Christopher Finley Wallace, 63, killed after his car crashes into tree, catches fire in Linn County, OR

Modified Date: 
Mon, 09/08/2014 - 4:41pm
Accident Date: 
Saturday, September 6, 2014

Linn County crash victim identified; local firefighter tried to save driver, authorities say

The crash was occurred in the 50000 block of Kingwood Avenue at 10:45 a.m. TheLinn County Sheriff's Office said an eastbound 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee lost control near the intersection with Gates School Road. The Jeep then crossed the opposite lane and struck an oak tree.

Local firefighter William Allen attempted to save Wallace but was unsuccessful. Wallace, who was not wearing a seat belt, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Christopher Finley Wallace
Roadway: 
Kingwood Avenue

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