CRANSTON, RI — Police have identified a pedestrian who was fatally struck by a motor vehicle on Jan. 11, 2026.
The Rhode Island Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as Vaune Vacarro, 56, of Utica, New York.
Family members reported they had not seen or heard from Vacarro in several years and described her as homeless and transient, with previous residences in multiple states.
No missing person report had been filed for Vacarro at the time of the crash.
The investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to determine why she was in the area.
Nearby homeless encampments are being checked as part of the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Cranston Police Department.
