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Grants Pass Woman Killed after Crashing on Jaynes Drive in the New Hope Area

A Grants Pass woman was killed when she crashed her vehicle in the New Hope area late yesterday.

On Wednesday at 5:45 p.m., the Josephine County Sheriff's Office, Rural Metro Fire Department and American Medical Response were dispatched to the single-vehicle rollover wreck in the 1100-block of Jaynes Drive.

Deputies said the initial investigation indicated the vehicle was traveling on Jaynes Drive toward New Hope Road when -- for an unknown reason -- it left the road, rolled over and came to rest on its driver's side.

The driver -- 23-year-old Angelina Marie Odell -- was pronounced deceased at the scene. Next of kin have been notified.

First responders extend their condolences to Odell's family and friends. They also express their appreciation to witnesses and neighbors for their assistance. Those affected by the traumatic incident are encouraged to reach out if they are struggling to process the tragic event.
Posted on 7/31/25 11:38AM by Sam Marsh