Motorcycle-Big Rig Collision on SR 99 Kills Karen Kim [Lynnwood, WA]

Lynnwood, WA (July 31, 2026) — Karen Kim lost her life early Thursday morning after a collision with a semi-truck on southbound State Route 99 in Lynnwood. Authorities are investigating the incident as a suspected hit-and-run.

According to the Washington State Patrol, the crash happened shortly after 5 a.m. when the motorcycle entered southbound SR-99 from 31st Avenue West. Investigators said the motorcycle collided with the trailer of a southbound semi-truck, and the rider came to rest in the travel lane.

Emergency responders pronounced Karen Kim, 38, of Lynnwood, dead at the scene. Officials confirmed she was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

Troopers later determined that the semi-truck involved left the scene. Authorities described the vehicle as a semi with a blue cab and white trailer and are working to identify and locate the driver.

The fatal crash forced the closure of all southbound lanes near State Route 525 for several hours while investigators processed the scene. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Karen Kim. We hope they find strength, comfort, and healing as they mourn this tragic and unexpected loss.

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