Joshua Hoffman Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash on Highway 283 [George, WA]

George, WA (February 4, 2022) On Wednesday, 43-year-old Joshua Hoffman and 77-year-old Donald Gallagher of Grand Coulee were injured in a hit-and-run crash on Highway 283.

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) says that around 1:25 p.m. a 2006 Cadillac STS crossed the center line and struck a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Hoffman of Federal Way was driving the Dodge, the head-on crash caused the vehicle to roll over, injuring the driver and his passenger Gallagher of Grand Coulee.

Moreover, both Hoffman and Gallagher were taken to Quincy Valley Medical Center with unknown injuries.

Meanwhile, the suspect driver escaped on foot.

The WSP is investigating the crash and has not given any other information.

Furthermore, the Cadillac has not been reported as a stolen vehicle and WSP is following possible leads.

Start by inspecting your vehicle’s headlights and turn signals. Be sure that both front and rear headlamps are working properly and visible enough a couple of yards away.

Also, take a reading of your tire pressure and make sure you maintain the recommended maximum. While at it, take a peek under your vehicle and ensure there are no loose objects or leaks.

Most importantly, stay focused while on the road. Remove all distractions that could cause accidents such as mobile phone use, unstrapped toddlers, etc.

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Let Us Prevent Accidents

Indeed, driving is essential for many in order to move about in their lives, however, it is also one of the most dangerous activities performed daily.

That is because auto accidents are a major public health threat. Traffic accidents are a leading cause of death for individuals ages 5-64.

Thus it is indeed crucial that everyone drives defensively in order to avoid traffic accidents as much as possible.

Here are some of the things that we can do to practice defensive driving:

• Always drive at a controllable speed.
• It is also important not to 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 phone use, unstrapped toddlers, etc.

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