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38-Year-Old Man Injured in Truck Accident on 90 Freeway near Ellensburg
KITTAS COUNTY, WA (June 25, 2018) – A 38-year-old man was injured in a crash on 90 Freeway west of Ellensburg Monday afternoon.
Derek Bare of Ellensbug was driving a 1999 Peterbilt semi-truck and trailer east on 90 Freeway in the right lane. According to state troopers, the truck’s right front tire blew forcing Bare to pull to the shoulder, the vehicle to collide with the guardrail, and go down an embankment.
A 2010 Toyota Corolla and another semi-truck then struck a guardrail at about 200 feet of the guardrail, which was pulled across both eastbound lanes. The drivers of those two other vehicles were not injured.
Bare sustained minor injuries and was transported to Kittitas Valley Hospital.
Eastbound 90 Freeway was closed for about three hours. The collision is still under investigation.
It is important to always be on the lookout if you are operating a large vehicle. By staying alert, obeying traffic laws, and being cautious of your surroundings, you can prevent unforeseen accidents and keep yourself and others safe.
If you or someone you care about has been injured in a truck collision on the highway, contact the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Law Group. We have over 40 years of experience in the field, and our experienced lawyers know what it takes to win your case and achieve the justice and compensation that you deserve. Call (800) 203-3061 and arrange a free initial meeting with an experienced legal professional in your area. We are available to clients 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week by email, text message, phone, and online chat.
