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On Friday, September 19, 2025, a pedestrian was struck by an orange Mustang in a hit and run near Ninth and Duane in Astoria. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. The pedestrian was conscious and talking to EMS at the scene but reported neck pain. They were initially transported to Columbia Memorial Hospital by ambulance. By 4:30 p.m., Astoria Police Chief Kelly reported the victim’s injuries were serious, necessitating a life-flight to Portland. The story is developing, with updates to follow.
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A hit and run involving a pedestrian happened on Friday near Ninth and Duane
Published 4:02 pm Friday, September 19, 2025
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
A pedestrian was hit by someone driving an orange Mustang near the intersection of Ninth and Duane around 3:30 p.m. Friday in Astoria.
The injured pedestrian appeared to be conscious at the scene and was talking to EMS workers who had arrived. Emergency personnel attached a neck brace and the victim said he had pain in his lower neck. The victim was transported to Columbia Memorial Hospital by ambulance.
Around 4:30 p.m., Astoria Police Chief Kelly said the victim was life-flighted to Portland with “serious injuries.”

