Driver arrested after wrong-way crash on I-5 in Whatcom County
Mar 13, 2026, 9:10 AM
(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)
(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)
A driver was arrested Thursday after traveling the wrong way on I-5 and crashing near Birch Bay in Whatcom County.
The wreck happened around milepost 270 on I‑5 when the suspect allegedly crossed over into the southbound lanes going north, according to KIRO 7.
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Washington State Patrol (WSP) troopers arrested the driver after the crash. Minor injuries were reported, and no further details about the driver’s condition or additional charges were immediately available.
WSP officials frequently urge drivers to remain alert on highways and report vehicles traveling in the wrong direction, as these situations can quickly escalate into head‑on collisions.
Investigators with the WSP said they are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the wrong‑way travel and will determine whether further charges are warranted.
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