Suspected DUI crash injures trooper on I-5 north in Lynnwood

A suspected impaired driver crashed into a Washington State Patrol trooper's vehicle on northbound I-5 in Lynnwood, causing minor injuries to both the trooper and the driver. The collision occurred while the trooper was managing an abandoned vehicle, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. After the crash, the driver was taken to the hospital for medical evaluation before being booked into jail on suspicion of DUI. This incident is particularly alarming as it follows another crash involving a suspected impaired driver within the last 24 hours, indicating a troubling trend. The crash temporarily blocked one lane of traffic during the early hours of Memorial Day, but all lanes were reopened by 10 a.

m. The state patrol is acutely aware of the risks associated with impaired driving, especially following a recent tragic incident where a trooper was killed by a driver under the influence. Troopers are urging the public to remain vigilant and avoid driving while impaired, serving as a critical reminder of the importance of road safety.