Alex Ramos Arrested, Maria Polanco Injured in Collision on Highway 397 [Kennewick, WA]

53-Year-Old Maria Polanco Hospitalized in Kennewick

 
KENNEWICK, WA (January 21, 2019) – On Monday afternoon, 53-year-old Maria Polanco from Kennewick was injured in a collision on Highway 397 near Gum Street.
 
According to police officers, a BMW driven by 19-year-old Alex Ramos from Pasco and a red sedan were racing, causing Ramos to strike a Dodge truck driven by Polanco, who was not involved in the street race.
 
First responders arrived at the scene of the accident and transported the occupants to a nearby hospital. Their current medical condition is unclear at this time.
 
Authorities stated Ramos will be charged with negligent driving for speeding.
 
The surrounding area was closed off for a brief time for cleanup and preliminary investigation, but has since reopened. No further details have been released regarding the circumstances leading up to the incident at this time.
 
When behind the wheel of a car, make sure to pay attention to your surroundings for other motorist, cyclist, and pedestrians. By driving safely and cautiously, you can prevent dangerous, unnecessary accidents on the road.

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