Steven Woolsey of Yacolt Dies in DUI Crash on Northeast Lucia Falls Road [Clark County, WA]

Clark County, WA (February 06, 2022) – On Friday, 51-year-old Steven Woolsey of Yacolt died in a DUI crash on Northeast Lucia Falls Road.

Officers responded to the crash scene at about 9 p.m. at the 26700 block area.

Officers said that an eastbound pick-up truck went off the road and struck several trees. 

Responding officers extricated both the vehicle’s driver and passenger.

Unfortunately, Woolsey, the passenger died at the scene.

On the other hand, the paramedics took the driver to a hospital with serious injuries but non-fatal injuries.

Meanwhile, the sheriff’s office said speed and alcohol were factors in the fatal collision.

Officers are investigating this incident.

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We at Sweet Lawyers extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Steven Woolsey. May the bereaved find peace and strength in this time of grief.

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