Kennewick, Washington – One Person Injured in Collision Involving Police Officer

Kennewick, Washington(March 10, 2020) – One woman was injured after her car collided with an officer’s vehicle at the intersection of West Kennewick Avenue and Highway 395 on Tuesday night. According to the article from KEPR News, the 60 year-old woman was taken to Kadlec Regional Medical Center for treatment of undisclosed injuries. The police officer, identified as 34 year-old Officer Elizabeth Grant, was checked out by medics on the scene and cleared.

According to information from the Kennewick Police Department and the Washington State Patrol, the incident occurred during a pull over attempt around 9 p.m. Officer Grant was driving east on West Kennewick Avenue with her emergency lights and siren activated. The woman was driving north on Highway 395 and the two vehicles collided at the intersection. The collision is being investigated by the Washington State Patrol.

About Vehicle Accidents

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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