WSP searching for driver in hit-and-run fatal crash involving a pedestrian
Jun 20, 2024, 12:56 PM
WSP troopers resond to a hit-and-run fatal crash involving a pedestrian. (Photo courtesy of WSP Trooper John Datillo via X)
(Photo courtesy of WSP Trooper John Datillo via X)
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is looking for a driver who hit and killed a pedestrian on State Route 7 heading north in Spanaway.
WSP Trooper John Dattilo posted on X that the crash happened shortly before 9 p.m. Wednesday night near 204th Street East. The pedestrian was walking on the right shoulder when hit from behind. The suspect driver drove off, possibly in a white sedan.
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🚨Troopers are on scene of a vehicle vs pedestrian hit and run collision NB SR 7 near 204th in Spanaway. I’m saddened to announce that the pedestrian has died.
The northbound right lane is blocked until further notice.
— Trooper John Dattilo (@wspd1pio) June 20, 2024
The victim has not been identified. People with any information are asked to call WSP.
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Contributing: Frank Sumrall, MyNorthwest
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