Violent 2-Vehicle Crash on Kittitas Highway Led to Injuries [Ellensburg, WA]

Ellensburg, WA (April 05, 2024) On Sunday afternoon, a horrific 2-vehicle crash on Kittitas Highway left 2 adults and an infant hurt.

According to the Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office, the 2-vehicle rollover collision happened at about 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of No. 6 Road with Kittitas Highway.

Reports say that a 22-year-old Spokane man, driving a Nissan Murano, did not stop at a stop sign at the intersection and crashed into the passenger side of Kia Sorento.

The impact of the crash sent the Kia off the road and rolling over, the vehicle ended up on its roof in a nearby field.

Officials say that the driver of the Kia, a 22-year-old Kittitas woman along with her passengers, a 25-year-old adult male and a 1-year-old infant, sustained injuries and was taken to Kittitas Valley Healthcare Hospital for treatment.

Meanwhile, officials cited the Spokane man with an infraction for failing to yield at a stop sign.

Deputies are investigating the horrific 2-vehicle collision.

Pay attention to your surroundings whenever driving. Abiding by all the driving laws and following all the road signs are simple ways to avoid traffic accidents.

Additionally, defensive driving plays a big role in ensuring the safety of both you and the other motorists and pedestrians on the road.

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The Aftermath of the Horrific 2-Vehicle Crash on Kittitas Highway

Despite their scrupulous creation and mapping for efficient travel, highways are among the most dangerous places on earth. Consequently, everyone must remain calm to handle the situation effectively after a collision.

In fact, on the AAA Foundation website, Chief Executive Officer Peter Kissinger repeatedly labeled the epidemic of motor vehicle-related accidents a “public health crisis.”

The following are things we should remember if we are involved in an accident:

• Before anything else, seek medical attention if you or someone with you has been hurt.
• Get to a safe place to prevent further damage or injury.
• Collect as much information as possible, including insurance and contact information for people involved in the accident and pictures/videos of vehicles involved. Also, do not forget to document faults and whatever can be used as evidence.
• File a police report or incident report by calling 911.
• Hire an experienced personal injury attorney from Sweet Lawyers.

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