Crime & Safety
8 Injured In Renton Crash, Major Street Closed: Firefighters
The crash was reported before 6 p.m. along 140th Avenue Southeast, according to firefighters.
RENTON, WA - As many as eight people were injured in a crash along 140th Avenue Southeast Saturday evening, according to responding firefighters. Renton firefighters responded to the area near 140th and SR 169 just before 6 p.m. on a call of a serious motor vehicle accident. Photos from the scene show at least two cars involved.
As of 6:15 p.m. Saturday, 140th was closed between SR 169 and Fairwood Boulevard, according to the fire department.
Accident update: Command upgrading to MCI response, reported 8+ patients unknown patient condition at this time. @RentonFirePIO
— Renton Firefighters (@RentonFireL864) April 23, 2017
MCI Response: drivers be aware 140th Ave CLOSED from Maple Valley Highway to Fairwood Blvd.
— Renton Firefighters (@RentonFireL864) April 23, 2017
Images via Stacy Earhart
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