Driver Runs Red Light, Injures Woman in SR 9 Snohomish Crash

SNOHOMISH, Wash. — Washington State Patrol says a driver ran a red light, which caused a two-vehicle collision Monday morning at the intersection of State Route 9 and 32nd Street Southeast. The crash sent a Snohomish woman to the hospital and left both vehicles totaled.

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According to WSP, the crash happened about 10:07 a.m. just south of Snohomish. Investigators said a 57-year-old Yakima woman drove a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche eastbound on 32nd Street Southeast.

As she entered the intersection, troopers say she failed to stop for a red traffic signal and struck a northbound 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan traveling on SR 9.

The impact spun both vehicles out of the intersection. The Avalanche continued onto the right shoulder of 32nd Street Northeast before coming to rest on the sidewalk. The Tiguan stopped in the intersection and partially blocked traffic until crews cleared the scene.

Crash Leaves One Driver Injured

Medics transported the 70-year-old Snohomish woman who drove the Tiguan to Providence Regional Medical Center. Troopers said she suffered injuries in the collision.

The Yakima driver did not suffer injuries. Both women wore seat belts when the crash occurred, according to the Washington State Patrol.

Although the intersection remained passable, the position of the Tiguan blocked part of the roadway until responders removed the damaged vehicles. The Avalanche also left the roadway and came to rest on the sidewalk after the collision, highlighting the force of the impact.

Investigation Remains Open

Troopers determined the Yakima driver caused the collision by running the red light. Investigators found no evidence that drugs or alcohol contributed to the crash.

The Washington State Patrol listed both vehicles as totaled. Investigators continue to review the crash, and the agency has not announced whether it will file charges against the driver. The report lists the case as remaining under investigation.

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