YAKIMA, WA, (May 23, 2026) – A 22-year-old man lost his life in a hit-and-run collision Saturday night near Granger in Yakima County, according to authorities.
Police said the crash occurred at approximately 9:25 p.m. at the intersection of Hutson Road and Yakima Valley Highway. Investigators determined that an Oldsmobile Bravada SUV entered the intersection without yielding the right of way and was struck by a northbound Honda Civic.
Armando Escamilla Jr., a passenger in the Oldsmobile, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities stated that the driver of the Honda fled immediately after the collision. Officers later located the suspect, who was apprehended following a short foot pursuit.
The crash remains under investigation as officials
