Chloe Goforth of Wenatchee Seriously Injured in SR 17 Deadly Collision [Soap Lake, WA]

Soap Lake, WA (August 4, 2025) – Chloe Goforth, 20, of Wenatchee, was injured in an SR 17 deadly collision Saturday morning.

WSP officers said the collision happened around 6:30 a.m. at the intersection with State Route 28.

Troopers said an SUV driven by Goforth attempted to turn left on SR 17, when another SUV, driven by Ricardo Mesina, 39, of Moses Lake, struck Goforth.

Messina was declared dead at the scene. Officers said he was wearing his seatbelt during the collision.

Goforth sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee. She was not wearing her seatbelt.

The authorities are investigating and said that drugs and alcohol were not involved in this fatal crash.

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We offer our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Ricardo Mesina. Our thoughts are also with Chloe Goforth as she recover. If you or a loved one has been affected by this crash, know that you are not alone—help is available.

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