Updated at 6:08 p.m.
By Sharyn L. Decker
Lewis County Sirens news reporter
CHEHALIS – The Washington State Patrol suspects a man whose body was found about 75 feet off of U.S. Highway 12 in Grand Mound yesterday morning had been walking on the shoulder and was hit by a vehicle.
A trooper was dispatched just before 9:15 a.m. after a phone call from a motorist who thought they saw a body, according to the state patrol.
“We got aid to the scene and he was pronounced dead,” Trooper Todd Bartolac said. “He was cold to the touch.”
Bartolac said they don’t know when the man was struck or when he died.
It happened just east of Pecan Street.
The initial investigation suggests the victim had been walking along the eastbound shoulder and was hit by an unknown eastbound vehicle, according to the Washington State Patrol.
Detectives don’t yet know exactly what happened, Bartolac said. He expects the coroner will be conducting an autopsy.
The man is identified as Kenneth J. Rose, a 36-year-old resident of Tenino.
Evidence at the scene indicates the suspect vehicle is a newer, silver GMC or Chevrolet pickup or sport utility vehicle, the state patrol indicates. It would have significant damage to its front and passenger side, including to its side mirror, windshield and bumper, according to the state patrol.
Detectives are seeking witnesses or individuals who may have knowledge of the events leading up to the collision. They can contact detective Jim Meldrum at 253-538-3174 or email at james.meldrum@wsp.wa.gov
Tags: By Sharyn L. Decker, news reporter
“There you are, Mr. Peabody! I see you used the WABAC time machine again to cheat death, but did you really have to go back and vote for Herr Trumpf so many times?”
Just wondering if this person who was struck and killed had drugs or alcohol in their system. Or maybe he was disoriented from a Fluoride allergy. Sherman the Pea Body is alive and well I’m rolling in a Ford Super Duty not a bicycle for starters. Nice Stereotype though it goes along good with the I live in my mom’s basement scenario. Glad you were still thinking of me Sherman, it’s s good sign I’m stuck in you’re head. That means my Trolling Technique is working well. Happy Holidays Lewis County and remember a good deed is what the holidays are about.
For safety’s sake walk on the left side of the road facing traffic, with as much reflective gear and clothing as possible. Any extra lights such as flashlights and strobes should be used after dark. Be prepared to jump off the roadway or into the ditch. R.I.P. Mr. Peabody.