Female Passenger Dies in 304th Street East DUI Collision [Pierce County, WA]

Pierce County, WA (November 27, 2022) – On Saturday morning, a female passenger, 48, lost her life and the authorities arrested the driver, 43, in a 304th Street East DUI collision.

The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) received a report about a single-car crash in the 1200 block area in the Mountain Detachment.

When they arrived, the authorities discovered that the passenger had been ejected from the vehicle. The officers declared her dead at the scene.

They extricated the driver from the wreckage and rushed her to a nearby hospital with injuries. 

Investigators say speed and driving while under the influence played a role in the collision in the Mountain Detachment. They say the car was westbound on 304th Street East when it lost control. Afterward, the vehicle went off the road and struck two trees before coming to a rest in a ditch.

Officers stated that the female driver will be booked into the Pierce County Jail for vehicular homicide as soon as she is released from the hospital.

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Sweet Lawyers would like to extend our sympathies to the deceased’s loved ones in the 304th Street East DUI collision. May you find courage during this difficult time.

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Talk to Us About a Possible Legal Claim

Unfortunately, a deadly incident like the collision in the Mountain Detachment could happen at any time. Sometimes, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

It is clear now more than ever that one person’s negligence can devastate others. This is quite common in accidents that result in death. Therefore, it is crucial that the family of the victim becomes aware that they have the authority to file a wrongful death suit.

Some circumstances that could result in a wrongful death are homicide, medical malpractice, transportation accidents, pedestrian collisions, police brutality, and any other instance caused by the wrongdoing of another person.

Economic and non-economic damages are considered when a family files a legal claim concerning the 304th Street East DUI collision.

These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, loss of companionship, and much more.

In fact, when you hire us, Sweet Lawyers‘ legal attorneys will exhaust their best to ensure you get the maximum settlement. They will speak to witnesses, analyze evidence, and obtain relevant data that will help us win the case.

To the loved ones of the deceased in the collision in the Mountain Detachment, contact us. Our number is (800) 674-7852.