The family of Richard John “Ole” Ward, who was killed in a hit-and-run in Ballard last month, is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the identification of the driver responsible.
Ward, 39, was crossing the street at NW Market St and 15th Ave NW around 1:20 a.m. on February 1 when he was struck by someone driving a black pickup truck. According to his family, the driver ran a red light while Ward had the right of way in the crosswalk, throwing him 75 feet upon impact.
Seattle Police have released video footage of the suspected vehicle, which Ward’s family, working with a private investigator, believes to be a black GMC pickup truck from model years 2018–2024.
In a statement, Ward’s mother Sue said the driver ran a red light when they hit her son. He had a green pedestrian light in the crosswalk and was thrown 75 feet.
Ward’s family has partnered with Crime Stoppers to offer the $5,000 reward. If you have information about the vehicle or driver you can anonymously contact 1-800-222-TIPS. The reward is contingent on an arrest and charges being filed.
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