Fatal crash on I-182 in Pasco was DUI-related, victim identified
Summary
Dui Crash Kennewick Washington in Kennewick, Washington: A fatal collision on eastbound Interstate 182 near milepost 12 in Pasco prompted an advisory for drivers to avoid the area. The incident resulted in the death of 57-year-old Maria Mendoza, a woman from Grandview. The crash occurred when an 18-year-old driver drove off the roadway and rolled over the cable barrier into eastbound traffic. The westbound driver hit Mendoza's car. Washington State Patrol confirmed the crash was a DUI collision. Mendoza's next of kin was notified. Eastbound lanes are fully blocked, and traffic is rerouted through Exit 12. Westbound traffic is reduced to a single lane. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Mendoza | Named in reporting |
Original reporting
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