May 4, 2023 / Source: KREM
The Washington State Patrol reported a motor vehicle crash in Fairfield. The accident happened on Northbound SR 27 close to Milepost 62. According to authorities, a car overturned and ended up in a ditch.
One person was pronounced dead at the scene. The name and identity of the victim have not been made public yet.
It is unsure what caused the crash. Whether drugs or alcohol were involved is yet to be found.
Right now, the highway is completely closed in both directions. At this time, firefighters and WSP troopers are responding to the fatal crash. The length of the highway’s closure is unknown.
Additional details regarding the crash are not available currently.