LYNNWOOD, WA – Pedestrian Dies in Possible DUI Accident on Highway 99

LYNNWOOD, WA - Pedestrian Dies in Possible DUI Accident on Highway 99
LYNNWOOD, WA – Pedestrian Dies in Possible DUI Accident on Highway 99

Man Hit and Killed by Two Cars on State Route 99 Between 18600 and 18800 Blocks

 
LYNNWOOD, WA (January 11, 2018) – Late Thursday night around 11 PM, a man was struck and killed by two cars while trying to cross Highway 99.
 
The unidentified victim was crossing the highway in an area without a crosswalk, when he was hit by a Nissan Altima, according to Lynnwood Police Cmdr. Sean Doty. A GMC Sierra traveling behind the Altima also struck the pedestrian. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene. No other injuries or damages were reported.
 
The male Nissan driver in his twenties was arrested for vehicular manslaughter, because of suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
 
Highway 99 was closed off between the 188th Street southwest and 186th Street southwest for about three hours into the early hours of Friday morning, while officials investigated and cleared up the accident.


Sweet Law Group sends sincere condolences to the friends and family of the victim.


Pedestrian accidents often times mean serious injury or fatality. If you have a loved one that was critically injured or killed in a car accident, contact the auto accident and wrongful death lawyers at Sweet Law Group. Our experienced Washington attorneys will work day and night, to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family. Call (800) 203-3061 to setup a free consultation with a legal professional near you.
 

 

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