Three Confirmed Dead in Highway 24 Collision Near Moxee, Washington: A tragic multi-vehicle crash on State Route 24 near Moxee, Washington, has left three people dead, including a child, according to authorities. The fatal collision occurred about 15 miles east of Moxee and involved two vehicles in a devastating head-on crash.
Investigators with the Washington State Patrol reported that the crash happened when a vehicle traveling east on Highway 24 attempted to pass another vehicle illegally. During the maneuver, the car collided head-on with a westbound vehicle, resulting in a catastrophic impact.
Authorities confirmed that two adults from Bellingham—a 39-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman—died from injuries sustained in the crash. An 11-year-old girl traveling in the second vehicle was also pronounced dead at the scene, bringing the total number of fatalities to three.
Several other passengers survived the collision but suffered injuries. Two children, ages 8 and 6, who were riding in the eastbound vehicle were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their current conditions have not been publicly confirmed.
In the second vehicle, the driver—a 35-year-old woman—and a 13-year-old passenger were also taken to the hospital following the crash. Authorities are still evaluating the severity of their injuries.
Officials say the crash remains under investigation as troopers work to determine all factors involved. Early reports suggest that the illegal passing attempt played a significant role in the fatal head-on collision.
The incident temporarily closed portions of State Route 24 while emergency responders and investigators worked at the scene.
The deadly crash has shaken communities connected to the victims, including the city of Bellingham and the Yakima County area near Moxee. Fatal crashes involving multiple families and young children often leave lasting impacts on local communities.
Authorities continue to urge drivers to exercise caution on rural highways, where passing maneuvers and high speeds can quickly turn dangerous.