Two injured in car accident in W Tacoma neighborhood

TACOMA, WA – At least two people were injured in a collision in the west Tacoma neighborhood of Fircrest yesterday afternoon, according to a tweet by the Tacoma Fire Department.

Firefighters are on the scene of an injury MVA in the area of S. 19th Street and S. Pearl Street. Two patients are being transported for further evaluation and medical care. An alternate route is advised at this time. pic.twitter.com/jNfHPxKd7m

— Tacoma Fire (@TacomaFire) October 2, 2020

The accident happened near the intersection of S Pearl Street and S 19^th Street and was reported by Tacoma FD at 12:26 p.m.

Two people, both of whom were not publicly identified, were taken to the hospital due to undisclosed injuries.

Tacoma FD warned travelers to avoid the area, as traffic delays were likely.

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 Tacoma 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.