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Black Butte Ranch Today
By the People, for the People
Pedestrian killed in Sisters crash, driver arrested
21-year-old La Pine woman faces charges of criminally negligent homicide, DUII, and reckless driving
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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An 81-year-old Bend woman was killed in a vehicle-pedestrian crash on Cascade Avenue in downtown Sisters on Friday, February 6. The driver, a 21-year-old La Pine woman, was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, DUII, and reckless driving.
Why it matters
Pedestrian safety is a major concern in many small towns and cities, especially on busy roads like Cascade Avenue. This tragic incident highlights the need for increased awareness and enforcement to protect vulnerable road users.
The details
According to the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, the crash occurred around 7:24 p.m. in front of Rancho Viejo at 150 E. Cascade Ave. (Highway 20). Colleen Rose Greene, 81, of Bend was hit by a vehicle while crossing the roadway and later died at St. Charles-Bend hospital. The driver, Emily Alexis Pickhard, 21, of La Pine, was arrested and lodged at the Deschutes County Adult Jail.
- The incident occurred on Friday, February 6, 2026 around 7:24 p.m.
- Cascade Avenue was closed for about 3.5 hours during the investigation.
The players
Colleen Rose Greene
An 81-year-old woman from Bend, Oregon who was killed in the pedestrian-vehicle crash.
Emily Alexis Pickhard
A 21-year-old woman from La Pine, Oregon who was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, DUII, and reckless driving in relation to the crash.
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the incident.
What’s next
The judge will decide on Emily Alexis Pickhard's bail and whether she will be released pending trial.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the need for increased vigilance and safety measures to protect pedestrians, especially in small towns and on busy roads. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward to aid the investigation.
