HILLSBORO, Ore.- After a thorough investigation led by the Washington County Crash Analysis Reconstruction Team, (CART) the Washington County District Attorney’s Office has concluded the available evidence does not support criminal charges against the driver involved in the deadly accident. 

A 16-year-old and an 11-year-old were killed on February 20, 2022, after a crash near Edy Road and Trailblazer Place in Sherwood, Oregon. 12 CART investigators from six different law enforcement agencies conducted an exhaustive investigation, including a full review of the driver’s actions prior to the crash, cell phone activity, computerized vehicle data, and full medical history. The driver fully cooperated with this investigation. All available evidence points to the conclusion that the driver lost consciousness while driving which resulted in a loss of control of his vehicle. While the specific medical condition that caused a lack of consciousness remains unknown, the available evidence does not support criminal charges and points to the conclusion that this is a tragic accident. 

A Charging Decision provides additional details regarding this investigation. 

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office wishes to send condolences to the victims’ families and the greater Sherwood community.