One dead after collision with guardrail on I-5 express in Green Lake

SEATTLE, WA – One person was killed after they collided with a guardrail on I-5 in the Green Lake area last night, according to KIRO 7 News.

The crash occurred in the northbound express lanes of I-5, near the exit for Lake City Way, at about 5:30 p.m., when the driver of a passenger vehicle went off the ramp, over a barrier.

The car collided with the left guardrail, causing the driver to be partially ejected. The vehicle then crashed with the right guardrail before it came to a stop.

The driver, who was not immediately identified, died at the scene. Authorities stated that they were reportedly driving too fast for conditions when the crash occurred.

Authorities closed the express lanes as they investigate the collision.

This is one in a series of reports provided by Caffee Law as a service to inform our Seattle neighbors about traffic news and accidents in the area. Many of these accidents are preventable, and we hope that by reporting on such events, we will reduce the frequency of similar incidents. However, if you or someone you know has been injured in a similar situation, contact the Seattle car accident injury attorneys of Jeffrey R. Caffee today for a consultation. You may be able to receive compensation for lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses.