Driver Dies in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Enchanted Parkway S [Federal way, WA]

Federal way, WA (February 17, 2026) – A driver died and others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Enchanted Parkway S Saturday morning.

It was past 8 a.m. when the deadly five-vehicle crash happened on South 356th Street.

Investigators said a southbound vehicle was driven recklessly on Enchanted Parkway when it struck a vehicle that was stopped at a traffic light.

Both of the vehicles caught fire and were pushed onto the intersection, where they struck a another vehicle. 

The three vehicles then collided with two northbound vehicles.

One of the drivers died at the scene. 

The rescuers rushed another driver to Harborview Medical Center with serious injuries.

Officers said the suspected driver at fault was rushed to a local hospital. Troopers said the driver displayed signs of impairment.

Police later arrested the driver on suspicion of vehicular homicide and vehicular assault.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our deepest condolences to the bereaved family of the deceased. Our hearts are with you through these trying times. We also wish those injured in this fatal crash a smooth and fast recovery.

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