1 injured, 1 arrested after two-vehicle collision Wednesday | The Olympian

On Wednesday night, a 32-year-old woman from Oakville was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after colliding with another vehicle on Martin Way East in Olympia. Eyewitness accounts indicated that the woman was driving recklessly before the crash, which occurred shortly before 10:45 PM. Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders reported that one of his deputies observed her erratic driving but could not activate their lights in time to prevent the accident. The impact caused the rear-ended vehicle to spin and come to rest on the curb, while the driver inside reported back soreness but did not require hospitalization. Both vehicles sustained extensive damage, underscoring the severe consequences of impaired driving.

The investigation has been handed over to Olympia police, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance against DUI offenses and reckless driving in the region. Community safety remains a priority as local authorities respond to such incidents.