One Arrested after Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash on 5 Freeway at Northgate Way [Seattle, WA]

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash on 5 Freeway at Northeast Northgate Way in Seattle

 
SEATTLE, WA (September 12, 2022) – Police arrested a man after a fatal multi-vehicle crash on 5 Freeway on September 6.
 
According to the Washington State Patrol, the collision happened at Northeast Northgate Way around 3:25 AM.
 
Based on a report, several vehicles collided in the lanes. The Washington State Department of Transportation reported closure of all lanes of the southbound side of the freeway due to the pile-up.
 
As a result of the crash, police reported a fatality. The details regarding the victim were not immediately available.
 
Police took a 35-year-old Everett man into custody for investigation of vehicular homicide. The suspect has two open cases in Seattle Municipal Court, one for speeding in a school zone and the other for an HOV lane violation. He also has several charges in Snohomish County for DUI and driving with a suspended license.
 
Officers later released him as police continued their investigation.
 
At this point, no other details are available. Also, an investigation into the case is ongoing.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the victim’s family and friends during this difficult time.

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