Auburn, Washington - One Person Injured in Crash Related to Road Rage Incident
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Auburn, Washington – One Person Injured in Crash Related to Road Rage Incident

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Posted on March 17, 2020

Auburn, Washington (March 15, 2020) – One person was injured after crashing their vehicle into a semi truck on the off-ramp from State Route 167 to South 277th Street on Sunday night. According to an article from KIRO 7 News, a person in the crashed vehicle was taken to Valley Medical Center for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

According to information from the King County Sheriff’s Office, one vehicle had rapidly slowed down at the 5500 block of South 277th Street, brake checking the vehicle behind. A person in the vehicle behind fired a gunshot, causing the first vehicle to take off before crashing into a semi truck at the off ramp. Fortunately, no one was hurt by the gunshot, but the shooter fled from the scene. Deputies are investigating the scene.

About Vehicle Accidents

While this particular incident contains a criminal element, it is important to note that accidents of other causes can also result in damage or injuries. In 2017, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)  have reported a total of 120, 993 car accidents. Of those accidents, 525 were fatal and 34, 311 were possible or suspected of injuries. There are several types of collision that may happen, such as side collision, rollover collision, and head-on collision. Of the types of car accidents, head-on collisions are considered the most dangerous due to the circumstances – two cars are heading towards each other, with a great amount of force being experienced by all parties when the impact happens. While only 2% of car accidents are head-on collisions, they account for more than 10% of car-accident related injuries. These injuries are quite dangerous as most of them are head, spine or neck-related, including spinal injuries, brain injuries, paralysis, broken bones, and whiplash. Similarly, victims of side collisions and rollover collisions also suffer may also suffer head and neck injuries, though the risk is lower in these types of collisions. In rollover collisions, the car will come to rest on its side or roof, resulting in a dangerous situation which passengers might need to be extricated from. In side collisions, the greatest risk comes to the passenger on the particular side that received the impact. No matter the type of accident, all crashes are bound to cause a dreadful situation for all involved.

We urge all drivers to be careful while behind the wheel. When in a location where hazards such as poor illumination, rough roads or construction materials are present, be especially cautious. By doing this, we can ensure our safety as well as the safety of others in the nearby area.

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