Michael Wheeler Injured, Jacob Riverman Arrested in Wrong-Way Car Accident on 5 Freeway [Seattle, WA]

Michael Wheeler Hospitalized, Jacob Riverman Arrested in Seattle Car Crash

 
SEATTLE, WA (September 17, 2019) – A 65-year-old man sustained critical injuries in a wrong-way car crash on 5 Freeway on September 14.
 
The crash ended into a three-car pileup, according to the Washington State Patrol. Jacob W. Riverman struck Michael A. Wheeler’s blue Honda Fit northbound on 5 Freeway and then overturned off the roadway.
 
After that, a silver Ford Edge collided with the Honda. The two vehicles crashed into the freeway median barrier. The Ford driver did not suffer any injury. In addition, the Ford’s passenger, 24-year-old Desmond J. O’Brien of Portland, also did not suffer any injury. The Ford occupants both wore seatbelts during the crash.
 
However, Wheeler, who also wore a seatbelt, sustained injuries. Responders transported him to PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in critical condition.
 
Riverman didn’t suffer injuries. After that, police arrested 22-year-old Riverman of Vancouver on suspicion of vehicular assault after driving the wrong-way on 5 Freeway north of Salmon Creek.
 
Road accidents can happen anytime, anywhere, and to anyone. One small driving mistake can lead to disastrous results. That is why it is important to drive defensively and to always abide by all driving laws. This way, you can ensure your safety and the safety of surrounding vehicles, motorists, and pedestrians.

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