The Washington State Patrol has identified a pedestrian that was killed in a vehicle vs pedestrian collision in Tacoma on SR 7 near McChord AFB as an Ocean Shores woman.

The collision occurred on July 4th, 2025 at 6:40 PM when a 2001 Hyundai Elantra driven by a 39-year old Tacoma woman traveling on State Route 7 at 143 St. S in lane 2. The Elantra crossed both lanes, striking a light pole, along with 40-year old Heather White, who had been walking on the sidewalk.

The roadway at the time ended up closed for over 3 hours for investigation. The driver Ashley Kelley (39) was arrested for DUI.