Chemult, Ore. – On Friday, June 23, 2023, at approximately 3:18 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a two vehicle crash on Hwy-97, near milepost 217, in Klamath County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound blue Fiat 500, operated by John Lee Woojung (48) of Garden Grove (CA), crossed over the centerline for an unknown reason and collided head-on with a red Ford F-350, operated by Terry Roseberry (68) of Crescent, which was southbound on the highway.
The operator of the Fiat (Woojung) and passenger, Henee Lee Beevience (45) of Garden Grove (CA), were pronounced deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Ford (Roseberry) was injured and transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The highway was impacted for approximately 1 hour.
OSP was assisted by Chemult Fire and ODOT.