Driver Arrested in I-5 Traffic Collision
Lynnwood, WA (February 16, 2022) – On Monday, two drivers sustained injuries in an Interstate 5 DUI collision.
Responding officers arrived at the accident scene at 8:40 p.m. at the southbound freeway ramp to Interstate 405.
Immediately, the paramedics took the two drivers to a hospital with serious injuries.
Meanwhile, the authorities held one driver in custody for investigation of vehicular assault.
When driving, it is important to follow the rules of the road and yield to traffic accordingly. By doing so, both you and other drivers on the highway can remain safer and avoid dangerous accidents at high speeds.
Moreover, better to scan the road 1/2 mile to a full mile ahead in order to look out or recognize potential hazards in time.
It is important to stay aware and alert while on the road, especially when driving on the highway.
Higher speeds can result in more serious injuries and even fatalities. Keep yourself and other drivers safe by driving safely and abiding by the laws of the road.
Most importantly, never drink and drive.
Dealing With DUI Crash
Driving is essential for many in order to move about in their lives. However, did you know that it is one of the most dangerous activities we do every day? As often these accidents happen, many people do not know what to do when a car accident happens.
The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) says that there are approximately 300,000 merging accidents every year.
So, in case of accidents like this one, it is crucial that everyone remain calm in order to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an automobile collision.
Meanwhile, here are some of the things that we can do to practice defensive driving and avoid accidents like the Interstate 5 DUI collision.
- Always drive at a controllable speed.
- Never assume you know the other driver’s intention.
- Always positively react to other drivers.
- This one, we should never neglect: yield at intersections, even if you have right of way.
- Most importantly, stay focused on the road. Remove all distractions such as mobile phones unstrapped toddlers, etc.
Immediately call our attorneys at Sweet Lawyers if you were injured in an accident.
Our hotline is (800) 674 7852. Similarly, you may also check our website and chat with our live agents.