Multi-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 405 Results in Injuries [Bellevue, WA]

Five-Vehicle Crash on I-405 in Bellevue Injures Several, Lanes Reopen After Major Delays

Bellevue, WA (January 25, 2026) — A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 405 NB in Bellevue injured several people and caused significant traffic delays Friday afternoon.

According to authorities, the collision involved five vehicles and occurred just north of I-90 near Southeast 8th Street.

The crash initially shut down all but one northbound lane, leading to a lengthy backup as emergency crews responded and cleared the roadway. Authorities fully reopened all lanes shortly after 1 p.m.

The Washington State Patrol continues to investigate what caused the crash. Officials have not released details on the number or severity of injuries.

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