Driver who died after colliding with school bus near Graham identified – KIRO 7 News Seattle

Published
June 14, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Graham, Washington
SR 161 near Graham
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Graham Washington in Graham, Washington: A 79‐year‐old driver, Manfred Bahle, was killed when his car collided with an Eatonville School District bus full of students on SR 161 near Graham. The crash occurred Thursday afternoon and the road was closed until late evening.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Manfred Bahle Driver Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Injured

Original reporting

Driver who died after colliding with school bus near Graham identified – KIRO 7 News Seattle

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