W.S.P. Trooper Dean Burt injured in crash on U.S. 395
WSP trooper injured in collision on U.S. Highway 395
A Washington State Patrol trooper was transported to a Ritzville hospital after his patrol vehicle was struck while parked near a collision scene.
What do you want to do?
Trooper Dean Burt, 56, was parked on the right side of northbound U.S. Highway 395 at mile post 96 near Ritzville investigating a collision scene at 9:23 a.m. Saturday, according to a news release. Mitchell Larson, 24, was driving northbound in a Honda Civic in the left lane when he spun out, crossing both lanes and striking Burt’s fully marked patrol vehicle. Burt suffered non life-threatening injuries and was transported by ambulance to East Adams Rural Hospital, where he was treated and released. Larson was uninjured. Larson received a ticket for driving too fast for conditions. Both vehicles were damaged.
5 things to do immediately after a serious accident A serious car accident can quickly take over your life. Dealing with doctor appointments, losing pay from work, and worrying about your physical and financial future all take a toll. It is important to take charge of the situation and begin the process of recovering from a Spokane auto accident or insurance claim.
Add new comment