On July 13, 2026, at 3:20 a.m., Luis Vazquez Del Angel was struck by a vehicle while walking eastbound on I-82 near Union Gap. The driver fled the scene, leaving Vazquez Del Angel with serious injuries. Evidence suggests the vehicle was a 2020-2025 Ford F-Series pickup with front or driver-side damage, including a damaged tow mirror.
WSP Detectives are seeking witnesses or anyone who saw Vazquez Del Angel walking on I-82 on July 13. Det. Patrick Lockwood can be contacted at (509)249-6743 or the WSP tip line at (509)249-6700. The collision occurred on a stretch of I-82 where pedestrians are not permitted, raising concerns about safety on the highway.