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Pedestrian dies in crash on NB 599 and East Marginal Way

Mar 28, 2025, 7:50 AM | Updated: 9:56 am

SR-599 backup. (WSDOT)...

SR-599 backup. (WSDOT)

(WSDOT)

UPDATED 9:10 a.m.: All lanes are now open.

A person died after he was hit by a vehicle on northbound State Route 599 (SR 599) and East Marginal Way, authorities report.

KIRO Newsradio Traffic reports the left lane remains blocked on northbound SR-599.

The pedestrian received treatment on the scene, according to a post by Washington State Patrol Trooper Rick Johnson, but the person died.

Authorities are asking drivers to avoid the area.

There are no details available regarding exactly what happened. The investigation is just beginning.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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