Woman Injured in 6-Vehicle Crash on 5 Freeway near Maytown [Thurston County, WA]

1 Hurt in Thurston County Multi-Vehicle Accident on 5 Freeway

 
THURSTON COUNTY, WA (September 27, 2020) – Thursday, a woman suffered injuries in a 6-vehicle crash on 5 Freeway near Maytown.
 
The State Patrol clarified that despite initial reports of 15 vehicles, the crash involved six. At around 12:30 p.m., a white passenger vehicle traveled erratically. Then, it struck the center jersey barrier on the northbound 5 Freeway. Afterward, a second vehicle collided with the white car.
 
The 20-year-old male Chehalis driver of the white car drove back into traffic and fled the scene. However, his action made a semi-trailer driver hit the brakes. Then, a second semi-trailer also hit the brake and struck the jersey barrier, forcing it into the southbound lanes.
 
Furthermore, a fifth vehicle then collided with the second semi-trailer. Also, a sixth vehicle, driving south, collided with the displaced jersey barrier.
 
According to reports, the crash left a 63-year-old Tumwater woman with injuries.
 
Furthermore, the State Patrol ruled the crash as a “personal injury hit-and-run collision.” They confirmed that the Chehalis man traveled at a “speed too fast for conditions.” During the crash, the road was wet after heavy rain swept through the area.
 
Meanwhile, the authorities shut down 5 Freeway for more than 5 hours.
 
Getting behind the wheel is one of the most dangerous things we can do. Furthermore, it’s a responsibility that should not be taken lightly. By keeping a safe distance from other drivers, paying attention to your surroundings, and driving at a controlled speed, you can focus on the task at hand. These driving tips will make a difference and save lives.
 

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Finding a Personal Injury Lawyer

 
Thousands of people across California suffer injuries in traffic collisions every year. Thus, knowing that you hire the right firm, that has the resources to spend, can make all the difference in getting the right compensation for a client.
 
“Having an experienced attorney fighting on your behalf at such a delicate time in your life will make all the difference,” says Mark Sweet, a personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
 
If interested in filing a claim for an multi-vehicle accident case, call Sweet Lawyers at (800) 674 7852. Our firm takes on personal injury, wrongful deaths, disability, and car accident cases of every kind. We know that an accident can set you back financially, and cause you distress and trauma. Furthermore, we vow to stay on your side the entire way through your legal battle. Above all, we aim to get you the justice and compensation you are rightfully owed. For your convenience, you can also reach us through online chat and email 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.