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SPD currently investigating auto vs ped at Riverside and Stevens

Cpl Briggs


Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 5:30 p.m.


Update 5/12/21 6:46 p.m.:

Riverside Ave has been re-opened.

Original Release:

SPD currently investigating Auto vs Pedestrian collision at Riverside Ave/ N Stevens St in Downtown Spokane

One person has been seriously injured in a collision between a vehicle and pedestrian at Riverside and Stevens. The person has been transported to a local hospital for continued treatment. The involved driver is cooperating with law enforcement.

W Riverside Ave between Stevens and Washington will be closed for several hours, please use an alternate route. Riverside will be closed for several hours to vehicular traffic.



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