WSP trooper hospitalized after suspected drunk driver crashes into vehicle
Oct 16, 2025, 9:44 AM
Two cars, including one belonging to a WSP trooper, were hit by a suspected DUI driver on I-5 Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of WSP)
(Photo courtesy of WSP)
A Washington State Patrol (WSP) trooper was sent to the hospital overnight after being hit by a suspected drunk driver.
The trooper pulled over another driver on southbound I-5. While the WSP trooper and one other car were stopped on the side of the highway, the suspect allegedly crashed into both vehicles. The accident happened near the King-Pierce County line.
Expect delays in the area. The right two lanes will be blocked for a Collision Technical Specialist to investigate the scene.
Two have been transported to the hospital – to include the Trooper and the person who was originally stopped. pic.twitter.com/NTPT39vQ5l
— Trooper Kameron Watts (@wspd1pio) October 16, 2025
Both the trooper and the other person pulled over were sent to the hospital.
The suspect in the car crash was arrested for DUI.
This is a developing story, check back for updates
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