Ricky Ballard Killed and Another Injured in Multi-Vehicle Accident on Kent-Kangley Road [Kent, WA]

Ricky Ballard Killed and Another Injured in Multi-Vehicle Accident on Kent-Kangley Road [Kent, WA]
Ricky Ballard Killed and Another Injured in Multi-Vehicle Accident on Kent-Kangley Road [Kent, WA]

Ricky Ballard Dead in Kent Multi-Vehicle Accident

 
KENT, WA (January 17, 2025) — A 66-year-old man, Ricky Ballard, died in a multi-vehicle accident on Friday, January 10.
 
According to Kent Police, the incident occurred at about 8:00 p.m. on Kent-Kangley Road near 124th Avenue Southeast.
 
Kent Police said Ballard’s blue Mustang traveled east on Kent-Kangley Road. Then, his vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic. After that, he struck a curb and crashed with two westbound cars before it caught fire.
 
Bystanders pulled Ballard from the burning vehicle. In addition, they also attempted first aid using AED pads before emergency responders arrived. Kent Police and Puget Sound Fire crews took over the rescue efforts. However, Ballard still succumbed to his injuries, and they pronounced him dead at the scene.
 
One of the westbound drivers suffered minor injuries and received treatment at the scene. Meanwhile, the other driver was not hurt.
 
Authorities believe Ballard was at fault in the crash. They also suspect alcohol may have been a contributing factor.
 
Kent Police continue investigating the accident to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash.


We at the Alpha Accident Lawyers send out our heartfelt sympathies to the loved ones of Ricky Ballard.


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