Ellensburg, WA (September 2, 2024) – A tragic accident occurred on Sunday, September 1, involving a semi-truck and a car on I-82, south of Ellensburg. The crash claimed the life of 10-year-old Sergio Fernandez Grandos of Sunnyside.
The incident happened around 4 p.m. when a woman driving with Fernandez Grandos and an 8-year-old boy attempted to change lanes. The car collided with a semi-truck, causing the fatal impact.
Authorities confirmed that Fernandez Grandos died at the scene, but no other injuries were reported. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and more information is expected as it continues.