Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders Injured in DUI Crash on Lawrence Lake Road [Yelm, WA]

DUI Driver Causes Car Crash on Lawrence Lake Road in Yelm, Sheriff Derek Sanders Injured

 
YELM, WA (April 6, 2023) – Officers confirmed that Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders suffered injuries in a DUI crash on Lawrence Lake Road Southeast on April 2.
 
According to the Washington State Patrol, the collision happened at 153rd Avenue Southeast around 3:30 PM. Based on a report, Sanders was driving his department vehicle south on Lawrence Lake Road at the time of the crash.
 
Due to unknown reasons, a pickup truck traveling east on 153rd Avenue pulled in front of him and caused a crash.
 
As a result, Sanders was hurt in the incident. Emergency crews airlifted him to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for treatment.
 
Officers arrested the other driver, a 29-year-old Yelm man, on suspicion of driving under the influence while the incident is being investigated.
 
At this point, an investigation into the accident is ongoing.
 
Drunk driving is dangerous and can lead to a crash. Thus, never drink before driving to avoid getting hurt or hurting other people. In addition, follow road regulations at all times.

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