Injuries Reported in Seatac Multi-Vehicle Accident on Interstate 5 by 200th Street
SEATAC, WA (May 18, 2021) – Sunday afternoon, a woman suffered injuries in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 5 near 200th Street.
The incident occurred at around 3:50 p.m., said investigators with the Washington State Patrol.
According to them, a 2003 Lexus had its tires spinning on the right shoulder of northbound Interstate 5 near 200th Street. Then, it turned left into traffic and crashed into a 2004 Acura.
The Acura crashed into a 2020 Toyota, which knocked it into a guardrail. Afterward, a 2021 Dodge Ram pickup crashed into the rear of the Acura.
On the other hand, the Lexus stopped and its driver and passenger both escaped on foot.
Meanwhile, a 26-year-old Tacoma woman in the Acura sustained injuries. Thus, responders took her to the hospital for treatment.
According to reports, the 5 Freeway crash totaled the Lexus, Acura, and Toyota.
As a driver, it is your responsibility to be a proactive driver, rather than a reactive one. Moreover, driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.
Moving Forward in a Seatac Hit and Run Crash
According to the US Department of Transportation, there are nearly 300,000 merging accidents every year.
Indeed, common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, one must remain calm to properly handle the aftermath of a Washington multi-vehicle accident.
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