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Motorcyclist killed in crash on North Cascades Highway

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A tragic accident on North Cascades Highway claimed the life of Wesley Feller, a 48-year-old motorcyclist from Arlington. The Washington State Patrol reported that Feller was riding east when a car attempted to turn west onto the highway from Dalles Road, failing to yield. He could not stop in time, resulting in a fatal collision. Feller was pronounced dead at a Skagit County firehouse shortly after the incident. Authorities confirmed that neither drugs nor alcohol played a role in the crash.

The driver of the car, a 28-year-old woman from Concrete, is under investigation, but it is unclear if charges will be filed. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and traffic regulations in the area. The Washington State Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, aiming to prevent similar accidents in the future.

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