Washington state troopers reported a tragic incident on Wednesday afternoon on Interstate 5 in Federal Way, Washington. The incident resulted in one fatality and left at least three others injured.
The troopers responded to the northbound lanes of I-5 where they found a black BMW with four individuals involved. A male driver was fatally stabbed, and another male was found with multiple gunshot wounds. Both were promptly transported for medical treatment.
Additionally, a male and a female were also taken to nearby hospitals with stab wounds, further highlighting the severity of the situation.
As a result of the incident, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) had to block the two right lanes on the off-ramp to the Seatac rest area. Drivers were advised to anticipate delays in the area due to the ongoing investigation and emergency response.
Law enforcement officials are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic event to determine what led to the violence on the busy interstate highway. The identities of the individuals involved have not been disclosed at this time.
Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time as authorities work to piece together the details of this unfortunate incident on Interstate 5 in Washington state.