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Seattle, WA (January 21, 2026) – A woman sustained injuries in a multi-vehicle collision on Tuesday evening on the northbound I‑5 Express Lanes near Mercer Street in Seattle, according to public-safety dispatch audio.
The crash was reported around 5:36 p.m. and involved two or three vehicles, though specific details on the number of parties involved remain limited. Emergency crews from the Washington State Patrol and Seattle Fire Department responded promptly to the scene.
The injured woman suffered an arm injury and was treated at the scene by medical personnel. Authorities have not disclosed the severity of the injury or whether hospital transport was required. Fire and police units managed traffic flow around the right shoulder of the express lanes to ensure safety during the response.
Following their investigation and cleanup efforts, crews confirmed that the area was cleared and safe for traffic to resume.
Washington State Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
We send our well wishes to the injured individual and hope for a swift and full recovery.
