Oregon

Jose Refugio Gamboa-Lupercio Killed in Accident at Hwy 97 in Jefferson County, OR

Published on: February 21, 2024

Date of Accident
February 19, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Jose Refugio Gamboa-Lupercio
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Juniper Butte Scale, U.S. 97, Madras, OR, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a person at Hwy 97 in Jefferson County, OR on February 19th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 4:16 a.m. and involved multiple vehicles. According to police, a commercial truck lost control on icy roads before colliding with the rear of a second commercial truck. The vehicle went into the northbound lanes and collided with a Toyota Tacoma and a second Toyota Tacoma. Reports indicate a GMC Sierra was also involved in the crash. A passenger in one of the Toyota's, identified as 57-year-old Jose Refugio Gamboa-Lupercio, died at the scene. Several others involved were injured. Authorities did not have any additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Oregon State Police
Vehicles Involved
Commercial Truck, GMC Sierra, Toyota Tacoma
Road/Highway
Hwy 97
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Multiple vehicles were involved in a collision

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