Sedro-Woolley, Washington - Chase Ends in Crash at State Route 9
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Sedro-Woolley, Washington – Chase Ends in Crash at State Route 9

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Posted on April 6, 2020

Sedro-Woolley, Washington (March 29, 2020) – A chase involving a possible DUI suspect occurred on State Route 9 on Sunday afternoon. According to a report from the Sedro-Woolley Police Department’s Facebook account, the suspect driver eventually crashed into a ditch and had fled on foot. Despite attempts to elude the police, the suspect was finally tracked down by K-9 units. The suspect was bitten by the K-9 units and later received aid for injuries sustained during the collision and his bite injuries. No civilian vehicles were involved and no other injuries were reported in the incident.

The incident started when police officers responded to reports of a group of people revving engines in a residential area around 1 a.m. The suspect vehicle fled when officers arrived, and despite officers’ attempts to pull the vehicle over, the suspect continued driving, eventually reaching Highway 9. The driver exhibited reckless driving behavior, but a citizen eventually reported that the suspect had crashed into a ditch. He has been booked into Skagit County Jail for attempts to elude police and DUI.

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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