Federal Way – A Sunday morning crash in Federal Way left one person dead and two others injured after a chain-reaction collision involving five vehicles, according to local authorities.
Police said officers responded around 8:05 a.m. to the intersection of Enchanted Parkway South and South 356th Street. Investigators allege a southbound driver was operating recklessly before striking a vehicle stopped at a red light. The force of the collision caused both vehicles to ignite and pushed them into the intersection, where they hit a third car. The momentum carried the wreckage into two additional northbound vehicles.
One driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Another victim was transported to Harborview Medical Center with serious injuries. The suspected driver was hospitalized with less severe injuries and later arrested on suspicion of vehicular homicide and vehicular assault after reportedly showing signs of impairment.
Traffic safety experts note that impaired and reckless driving remain leading contributors to fatal crashes nationwide. According to federal transportation data, early morning hours on weekends often present heightened risks.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the crash. Community members have expressed condolences to the victim’s family while urging drivers to prioritize safety on local roads.