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3 killed, 2 injured in multi-vehicle crash on SR 2 near Gold Bar, WSP says

Feb 13, 2026, 6:13 AM

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The violent fatal collision on State Route 2 near Gold Bar and Index can be seen here. (Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

A fatal crash involving multiple vehicles forced SR 2 to be closed in both directions for several hours near Gold Bar and Index.

According to the Washington State Patrol (WSP), the crash occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m. Thursday. The crash killed three people and sent two more to the hospital.

A witness told KIRO 7 that the alleged driver who caused the fatal collision was driving too fast for the traffic conditions.

WSP is investigating what led up to the crash.

This is a developing story, check back for updates

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