At Least Two Pedestrians Struck by Driver in Salem

At this time we have no information on the condition of the victims. I spoke to a eye witness a the scene on camera, so be sure to watch the video.

Video and photo by Jerry Freeman Salem-News.com

(SALEM) - Salem Police say at least one person was run over by a car during "some sort of altercation" at the Lucky Fortune Lounge Thursday night.

Lt Dave Okada Tells us the altercation took place at 1401 Lancaster Dr NE.

A witness to the violent act, Andrew Harrison of Salem, says it was "really crazy" and believes the suspect was extremely dangerous.

He says he was shocked as the driver plowed into a nearby woman.

In fact while fleeing, the suspect's vehicle struck at least two people. Moments later the suspect abandoned the vehicle at 39th Av NE and Anita St NE in Salem.

The call came in just before 11:00 p.m. Valentine's Night.

At this time we have no information on the condition of the victims. I spoke to a eye witness a the scene on camera, so be sure to watch the video.

We will bring you more as it becomes available.

Reporting from Salem-News.com This is Jerry Freeman.

Jerry Freeman is part of a new generation of dedicated news photographers who entered the Internet news industry as a second career. He shares in common with many people who fulfilled their life dream of becoming a visual journalist. Joining the Navy at an early age, and the Oregon Army Guard a few years later, Jerry has a wide range of life experiences. He describes himself as “a truck driver with a new found passion to bear witness to the world’s events.”

Teaming up with Salem-News.com he embarked on a new career as a video news photographer and reporter. Jerry's quick exhibition of natural talent and ability to shoot breaking news led to his becoming a published member of the Salem-News.com team.