Jeanette Baker of Vancouver Killed in Rear-End Collision on Highway 14 [Vancouver, WA]

Vancouver, WA (April 27, 2023) – On April 20, Jeanette Baker, 87, of Vancouver, died, and several others were injured in a rear-end collision on Highway 14.

The Washington State Patrol responded to a two-vehicle crash at 9:45 p.m. at Milepost 8.

Investigators said a Jeep Liberty driven by Johnny Kienbaum, 38, of Kelso, was stopped in the left lane after it ran out of gas. 

At the same time, a Toyota Camry driven by Marguerite Brooks, 79, of Vancouver, rear-ended the Jeep.

Brooks and her four passengers were transported to PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center. 

The passengers were Jeanette Baker, 87, of Vancouver; Sandra Taylor, 87, no city of residence listed; Helen Keller, 81, no city of residence listed; and Patricia Turner, 88, of Kennewick.

Unfortunately, Baker was declared dead at the hospital.

Meanwhile, Kienbaum and his passenger, Jayden Kienbaum, 15, did not suffer injuries from the collision.

Investigators said Johnny Kienbaum is facing a charge of second-degree negligence. Drugs and alcohol were not factors in the accident.

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Sweet Lawyers extend our condolences to the bereaved family of Jeanette Baker. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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Road Accidents Could Result in Fatality

Each year, around 20-50 million people get involved in road accidents. However, not everyone properly knows about the things you should do next after a vehicle crash.

In fact, the most valuable step you can take in response to a traffic incident similar to the collision on Highway 14 is hiring an expert attorney.

Moreover, the legal and financial damage that comes from unforeseen loss is tough to juggle in the midst of mourning. Yet, the days and months following a tragedy are the most precarious.

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Nobody wants to be in a fatal accident. If you or a loved one were involved in an accident like the collision on Highway 14, reach out to Sweet Lawyers‘ team of legal experts.

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