Frightening 3-Car Crash on Interstate 5 Led to Injury [Tacoma, WA]

Tacoma, WA (June 1, 2025) — On Friday afternoon, a 34-year-old Lakewood man suffered injuries in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 SB in Tacoma.

According to the Washington State Patrol, the collision happened around 1:35 p.m. near milepost 135. Investigators determined that a 60-year-old Tacoma man driving a truck improperly changed lanes and collided with the Lakewood man’s truck.

The impact caused the Lakewood driver to spin into another lane, where his vehicle struck a car driven by a 40-year-old Kent man. The vehicles came to rest across several lanes of the freeway, temporarily disrupting traffic.

Emergency crews transported the Lakewood man to a hospital for treatment. The Tacoma driver, the Kent driver, and a 27-year-old passenger from Kent were not injured.

Authorities reported that neither drugs nor alcohol played a role in the crash. Investigators cited improper lane use as the cause. All three vehicles sustained significant damage, and the roadway remained blocked for nearly two hours.

Keep Our Highways Safe

Traffic collisions can happen anytime, but their impact lasts a lifetime. Stay alert, avoid distractions, and never drive under the influence. Always wear your seatbelt, obey speed limits, and be mindful of pedestrians and cyclists. Keep a safe distance between vehicles and adjust your speed for road conditions.

Multi-vehicle crashes can happen in seconds when drivers make unsafe lane changes. Always check blind spots, signal intentions clearly, and ensure adjacent lanes are clear before merging. Practicing safe driving habits can help prevent serious injuries and keep everyone on the road safe.

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