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Lynnwood, Washington – DUI Driver Strikes Multiple Vehicles on Interstate 5

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Posted on April 10, 2020

Lynnwood, Washington (April 9, 2020) – A driver was arrested for DUI after striking several vehicles on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near the exit to 164th Street Southwest. According to the article from KOMO News, there were no serious injuries in the incident, and there were no mentions of anyone requiring hospitalizations.

According to information from Washington State Patrol Trooper Heather Axtman, a brush fire broke out near the northbound lanes just before 10 p.m. Troopers had shut down one of the lanes of the off ramp to respond to the fire, causing several cars to slow down or stop. A vehicle then came from the freeway and plowed into several vehicles, hitting a total of four vehicles in the crash. The causing driver was found to be impaired and was arrested for investigation of DUI.

About Vehicle Accidents

According to 2016 data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 29 people die everyday from vehicle accidents involving an alcohol-impaired driver, which translates to a death every 50 minutes. Additionally, 2016 data also points to 28% of all traffic-related deaths in America. Driving under influence covers not only alcohol-impaired drivers, but also those under the influence of other substances. Drugs other than alcohol accounted for 16% of vehicle crashes in 2015 data. Marijuana use in particular is rising, with 13% of nighttime weekends drivers being found with marijuana in their system. Whether impaired by alcohol, narcotics, or any other substances, the dangers of driving under influence should be clear. Driving is an activity that requires awareness at all times and following street regulations as much as possible. Being under the influence of other substances brings down road awareness, as well as closing down reflex skills and attention.

We urge everyone to be in a stable health condition before going behind the wheel. Any condition that can cause impairments on your judgement puts many people at risk, which goes not only for drivers but pedestrians as well. Aside from the obvious dangers of drunk driving, it would also help to identify busy roads and try to avoid being in their proximity to minimize any risk of a vehicle accident. Any mistake can lead to injuries and damage not only to your person, but on other people as well. Our sympathies and compassion for anyone who was caught up in a vehicle accident due to intoxicated drivers.

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