WCSO Deputy Hurt in Horrific Traffic Crash on East Axton Road [Whatcom County, WA]

Whatcom County, WA (March 21, 2024) On Tuesday morning, a WCSO deputy was hurt and hospitalized after a traffic crash on East Axton Road.

According to the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), the 2-vehicle collision happened at about 8:10 a.m. near the intersection of East Axton Road and Hannegan Road.

Reports say that an eastbound driver failed to stop at a stop sign and collided with a vehicle driven by the deputy.

Medics transported the deputy and the other driver to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, both drivers sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Authorities cited the driver of the other vehicle for failure to stop at a controlled intersection and driving with no license and no insurance.

WSP is investigating the 2-vehicle collision and has not released additional information at this time.

It is important to pay attention to your surroundings whenever you are driving. Furthermore, abiding by all the driving laws and following all the road signs are simple ways to practice defensive driving. Defensive driving can also lessen the chance of serious road accidents.

Everyone is responsible for keeping the road safe, so watching for those on the road with you is important.

In truth, always practicing safe and defensive driving is important. This will ensure your safety and the safety of other motorists and pedestrians on the road.

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