Olympia Man Dies in Interstate 5 Pedestrian Accident [Lewis County, WA]

Lewis County, WA (January 13, 2022) – On Tuesday, an Olympia man sustained fatal injuries in a pedestrian accident on Interstate 5.

The crash happened at 11:38 p.m. near the Newaukum Golf Course south of Chehalis.

The involved driver, a 53-year-old Tacoma man, immediately called the authorities after the Washington crash.

When the officers arrived, they pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. 

Moreover, the investigating officers said the truck driver struck the victim while the pedestrian was walking in the left lane of the southbound freeway.

Officers do not consider drugs and alcohol as factors in this Washington accident.

They withheld the identity of the deceased while next-of-kin are being notified.

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Sweet Lawyers would like to express our heartfelt sympathies to the family and community of the deceased. Our thoughts are with you during this painful time.

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Indeed, confronting a tragic loss can seem unimaginable. That is why it’s important to consider that the bereaved are entitled to significant compensation via a wrongful death claim.
 
“The last thing most families want to deal with is piles of paperwork.

Questions from insurance companies or defense attorneys and attempting to obtain police reports can be stressful,” says Mark Sweet, an attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
 
After the Interstate 5 pedestrian accident, hiring an experienced attorney can provide you with peace of mind. Our lawyers will ensure that your rights are respected and that justice is served.
 
Indeed, losing a loved one can be distressing for your family and those involved, to say the least. You may have a chance to obtain justice and the means needed to cover unexpected monetary, physical, and emotional damages.
 
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