Camas, WA - Fatal Accident on SR-14 near Exit 14

Camas, WA (May 27, 2025) – A tragic collision on State Route 14 late Monday night, May 26, has left one young man dead and two others seriously injured. Authorities say the crash, which happened just before 11 p.m. near Exit 14, was caused by a wrong-way driver believed to be under the influence.

According to the Washington State Patrol, 23-year-old Erik M. Moya of Vancouver was driving a Mercedes when he slammed head-on into another vehicle. The impact killed 18-year-old Michael C. O’Brien of Portland and left two other Portland teens—a 17-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man—hospitalized with serious injuries.

Investigators are investigating whether alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash. Moya has been arrested and is currently being held in the Clark County Jail. He faces charges including vehicular homicide and two counts of vehicular assault.

The crash prompted a full closure of SR-14 for several hours overnight as crews worked to investigate and clear the scene. The highway reopened early Tuesday morning. No further updates have been released, and the investigation remains ongoing.

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim. We also hope for the full recovery of any other injured victims.

Washington Car Accidents 

Car accidents can be tragic under any circumstances, but when a crash turns fatal, the heartbreak is immeasurable. In the close-knit community of Camas, Washington, deadly collisions—whether on State Route 14 or neighborhood roads—leave lasting scars on families and the wider community.

Across Washington State, hundreds of fatal traffic accidents occur each year, often caused by reckless or negligent driving. In many cases, these deaths could have been prevented. Nationwide data shows that distracted driving, impaired driving, speeding, and driver fatigue are among the top contributing factors in fatal crashes. One moment of poor judgment behind the wheel can take a life and forever change the lives of those left behind.

Losing a loved one in a preventable crash comes with overwhelming grief—but also unexpected financial and legal challenges. Families may face funeral and burial costs, loss of household income, and emotional trauma that no amount of money can fix.

At Freeman Law Firm, we stand beside families in Camas and across Washington who are seeking justice after the loss of a loved one in a fatal accident. Our wrongful death attorneys understand the pain and confusion that follow such a tragedy, and we’re here to provide support, guidance, and strong legal representation.

We can help you pursue compensation for:

• Funeral and end-of-life expenses
• Loss of financial support or future income
• Pain and suffering your loved one endured
• Emotional distress and loss of companionship
• Other damages caused by the at-fault party’s negligence

No one should have to go through this kind of loss alone. While legal action cannot undo the harm, it can help provide closure, financial relief, and accountability.

If your family is mourning the loss of a loved one due to a fatal car accident in the Camas area, Freeman Law Firm is here for you. Call us at 206-880-2454 for a free, compassionate consultation. Let us help you seek the justice and peace your family deserves.