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News: Tesla loses control, causes multi-car wreck on I-5 northbound in Tacoma

by | Jul 7, 2021 | Accidents in the News |

TACOMA, WA — A Tesla going in excess of 100 miles per hour caused multiple crashes early Saturday morning on Interstate 5 northbound in Tacoma, according to Q13 Fox.

Washington State Patrol said the Tesla was speeding on I-5 northbound near East Bay Street at around 3:40 a.m. when its driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to hit a barrier, a pickup truck, followed by a van.

The Tesla driver was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries. Another driver involved also suffered minor injuries.

Authorities said the causing driving will be facing a reckless driving citation. No drugs or alcohol are currently suspected.

The incident causes I-5 to shut down for several hours until 8:00 a.m.

If you have been injured in a car accident at the fault of another driver, you may be owed monetary compensation. The Seattle personal injury attorneys at Dubin Law Group are experienced in helping people like you get the money they deserve following an event like this. Give us a call at 425-800-8000 or reach out online for a free consultation.

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