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Fatal Crash Along I-90: Medical Problem May Be Factor
A 73-year-old man died in the crash near milepost 33 on Saturday morning.
NORTH BEND, WA - A 73-year-old man died Saturday after veering off eastbound I-5, his car winding up on the Snoqualmie Valley Trail. The collision stopped traffic and closed the trail for a time. A preliminary investigation points to a possible medical condition as a factor, according to Washington State Patrol.
The collision happened around 8:30 a.m. near milepost 33 near North Bend. The driver was heading eastbound when he drove off the shoulder. State police believe a medical condition, speed, and distracted driving were all factors in the crash.
Update on Fatal collision investigation E/B I-90 at Mp. 33. 73yr old male, driver has suffered fatal injuries. M.E. is en route the scene. pic.twitter.com/qgmag5CzyI
— Trooper Rick Johnson (@wspd2pio) April 8, 2017
expect delays as you travel through E/B on I-90 near Mp.33. collision investigation is under way. #Slow down & use caution!
— Trooper Rick Johnson (@wspd2pio) April 8, 2017
Fatality collision investigation, E/B I-90 at Mp.33. Single vehicle collision; involved vehicle left E/B lanes landing below I-90.
— Trooper Rick Johnson (@wspd2pio) April 8, 2017
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