A tranquil afternoon drive turned perilous on June 14 when a 1946 Dodge pickup was forced off I-90 near North Bend, Washington, in a hit-and-run incident. The Washington State Patrol is now seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect responsible.
Incident Details
Around 4 p.m. on June 14, authorities responded to a 9-1-1 call regarding a crash involving an older truck. Upon arrival, troopers discovered a vintage 1946 Dodge pickup in a ditch along the highway. The vehicle’s occupants were forced to exit through the right-hand door as the truck rested on its side on the shoulder. Fortunately, their injuries were non-life-threatening.
The crash occurred when a white van, believed to be a Chevy Express, cut off the Dodge pickup, forcing it off the road. The van then fled the scene without stopping.
Washington State Patrol’s Appeal for Information
Detectives are working to reconstruct the events surrounding the collision and are appealing to witnesses for assistance. If you were traveling eastbound on I-90 near North Bend around 4 p.m. on June 14 and observed a white van driving erratically, or if your dash cam captured any unusual footage, please contact Detective Todd Early at [email protected].
In Washington State, hit-and-run incidents involving injuries can lead to severe consequences, including felony charges, fines of up to $10,000, and potential prison time. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported in this incident.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities appreciate any information that could help identify the suspect responsible for the hit-and-run.
