US 101 in Shelton reopens after deadly crash
Apr 28, 2026, 4:35 PM | Updated: Apr 29, 2026, 1:43 pm
The Washington State Patrol responds to a crash. (Photo courtesy of WSP)
(Photo courtesy of WSP)
US 101 was fully blocked in Shelton after two vehicles collided head-on, killing at least one person.
Washington State Patrol (WSP) Trooper Katherine Weatherwax reported the crash via X around 4 p.m. Tuesday.
#MasonCounty: US 101 MP 346 is fully blocked for a 2 vehicle head on collision. Unfortunately this is a fatal crash.
Our heads go out to all of those affected by this tragic incident. Please use alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/CNVrLHwPdX
— Trooper Katherine Weatherwax (@wspd8pio) April 28, 2026
The road was blocked at milepost 346.
“Our hearts go out to all of those affected by this tragic incident,” Weatherwax wrote. “Please use alternate routes.”
This is a developing story, check back for updates.
