Thurston Co., WA (March 18, 2025) - Two women who lost their lives in a wrong-way collision have been identified, according to information provided by the Washington State Patrol and the Thurston County Coroner’s Office.
At approximately 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 16, Turnwater resident Valerie Thomspon, 38, and 28-year-old Thunder OBrien, also known as Amelia Garner, also of Turnwater, were headed north on Interstate 5 near the Scatter Creek rest area in southern Thurston County. Meanwhile, a male driver, who remains unidentified, was headed south in the northbound lanes of the interstate when he crashed into them. A third northbound vehicle then collided with the car occupied by the two women. Both women lost their lives due to multiple blunt-force injuries, according to information from the Coroner’s Office. Police in Thurston continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the families of the deceased victims.
Every year, tens of thousands of car accidents happen in the state of Washington. Thousands of people suffer injuries in these wrecks while hundreds lose their lives. Throughout the nation, more than 6 million car crashes are reported yearly that injure over 3 million people and cut short the lives of around 40,000.
Auto accidents can happen for numerous reasons, though driver negligence is often to blame. Drivers who operate their vehicles while under the influence, distracted, speeding, or exhausted cause over 93% of reported traffic collisions in the US every year. In one recent year, over 12,000 people lost their lives due to the actions of intoxicated drivers.
When you or someone you love has been hurt in a traffic accident, you are undoubtedly dealing with a lot of stress. You may be facing outstanding medical bills, expensive vehicle repairs or replacements, and wage loss. A traffic accident attorney can help you file a claim for compensation so you can get the funds you need to recover.
Losing someone you love in an accident is the only thing worse than being hurt yourself. A Thurston County wrongful death lawyer can help you collect financial compensation for funeral costs and more so you can focus on healing.
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