Yakima County, WA (September 6, 2024) – A fatal head-on crash occurred Monday morning, September 2, on W Wapato Rd. Claiming two lives and injuring another. The Yakima County Sheriff’s Office reported that the accident happened around 10:50 a.m. on the 3100 block of W Wapato Rd.
Two vehicles collided head-on, resulting in the deaths of two individuals at the scene. Another person was injured and received medical treatment.
The Yakama Nation Tribal Police are investigating the incident, as the driver responsible is an enrolled member of the Yakama Nation.
Authorities are expected to provide updates as the inquiry into the accident continues. Further details about the victims are pending release.