Jimilee “Jason” Thomas dies in fatal Medford hit-and-run
Jimilee “Jason” Thomas dies in fatal Medford hit-and-run
Fatal Medford hit-and-run death of Jimilee “Jason” Thomas – Obituary.
Authorities have identified Jimilee “Jason” Thomas, a 41-year-old man from Bend, as the bicyclist who tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run accident in south Medford on Friday afternoon. The incident, which occurred on South Pacific Highway, led to the closure of the road for several hours.
According to Medford police, the crash was reported at approximately 3:23 p.m. Thomas was riding south in the bike lane when a vehicle veered into the lane and struck him. The driver failed to stop and fled the scene. Police later located the suspect’s vehicle in a nearby parking lot and detained the driver, though no charges have been filed yet.
Police have chosen not to release the driver’s name, citing the ongoing investigation. Medford police Lt. Geoff Kirkpatrick emphasized the complexity of fatal crash investigations, which involve collecting physical evidence, witness statements, and possibly video footage. He noted that it may take time to complete the investigation and consult with the district attorney regarding potential charges.
Thomas was a chef in the Bend area, and his wife, Nikki, expressed her deep sorrow over his passing, describing him as “an amazing man” and “one of the nicest people you could ever meet.”
Jimilee “Jason” Thomas dies in fatal Medford hit-and-run Fatal Medford hit-and-run death of Jimilee “Jason” Thomas – Obituary. Authorities have identified Jimilee “Jason” Thomas, a 41-year-old man from Bend, as the bicyclist who tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run accident in south Medford on Friday afternoon. The incident, which occurred on South Pacific Highway,…
Jimilee “Jason” Thomas dies in fatal Medford hit-and-run Fatal Medford hit-and-run death of Jimilee “Jason” Thomas – Obituary. Authorities have identified Jimilee “Jason” Thomas, a 41-year-old man from Bend, as the bicyclist who tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run accident in south Medford on Friday afternoon. The incident, which occurred on South Pacific Highway,…