Woman Dead in Spokane Pedestrian Accident on North Cincinnati Street near Olympic Avenue
SPOKANE, WA (January 12, 2020) – Sunday afternoon, Melissa Morrow died in a pedestrian crash on North Cincinnati Street near Olympic Avenue.
The incident occurred just before 5:00 p.m. on North Cincinnati Street near Olympic Avenue.
According to reports, the SPD and SFD crews came to the scene. They tried to perform life-saving measures on Melissa K. Morrow. Unfortunately, she succumbed to her injuries.
Meanwhile, the driver, 40-year-old Brice R. Billups stayed at the scene. Also, the investigators confirmed that the driver was intoxicated. Thus, the authorities arrested him for vehicular homicide due to being impaired while operating a vehicle that caused the death of another person.
At this time, the authorities continue to investigate the incident. Moreover, they are urging anyone with information about the crash to contact Crime Check at 456-2233.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Melissa Morrow. We at Sweet Lawyers wish them strength and comfort during this difficult time.
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