July 2, 2023
King County: At approximately 9:45pm, June 30, 2023, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received multiple 9-1-1 calls advising of a semi rollover collision SB I-5 near Northgate blocking all lanes.
Once troopers arrived they observed a FedEx truck on its side with packages all over the freeway. The driver was out of the vehicle and thankfully only had minor injuries.
It was determined that there was a two car collision that occurred SB I-5 at this location and the truck driver was slowing down to avoid this collision when the truck went out of control, struck the left side barrier and rolled.
It was also discovered that after the collision occurred individuals were stopping on the freeway and stealing the packages that came from the truck. This was captured on video coverage from the scene.
The Washington State Patrol is taking this crime of opportunity very seriously and is in the process of idenifying suspects that took part in the theft of this merchandise. The WSP is seeking any videos and information on the individuals that were involved in stealing these packages. Please email Trooper Johnson at Rick.Johnson@wsp.wa.gov.
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