Driver Killed in Rollover Crash on Highway 238

Josephine County crash claims life of Grants Pass man after vehicle leaves roadway

JOSEPHINE COUNTY, Ore. — A Grants Pass man was killed Sunday night following a single-vehicle rollover crash on Highway 238 in Josephine County, according to the Oregon State Police.

Preliminary findings indicate the crash occurred at approximately 9:21 p.m. on March 15, near milepost 12. Investigators say a westbound Ford F-150, driven by 33-year-old Jacob David Bailey of Grants Pass, failed to negotiate a curve, left the roadway, and rolled multiple times.

 
 

Bailey was declared deceased at the scene.

The highway was impacted for approximately four hours as crews conducted the on-scene investigation.

Oregon State Police were assisted by Applegate Fire District.

 
 

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