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Marysville, WA (May 25, 2026) – A pedestrian was hurt following a vehicle collision on the southbound Interstate 5 off-ramp at 116th St NE north of Marysville, according to the Washington State Patrol.
State transportation officials said the roadway remained active as emergency units arrived near the freeway exit. Travelers in the vicinity were urged to slow down and use caution while crews worked nearby.
Details about how the pedestrian was struck were not immediately released. No names or additional medical information had been made public at the time of this report; still, the cause of the collision continues to be reviewed as more information becomes available.
We are keeping the injured person in our thoughts and wishing them a full recovery.
Why Pedestrian Crashes Near Interstate Off-Ramps Can Be Especially Dangerous
Pedestrian collisions near interstate off-ramps usually create serious safety concerns because vehicles are transitioning between highway and city driving speeds. Drivers leaving a freeway may focus on merging traffic, lane changes, or traffic signals ahead, which can reduce the amount of time available to notice someone crossing nearby.
Off-ramp zones can also include limited lighting, wide turning lanes, and fast-moving traffic patterns. In some cases, pedestrians may be walking near intersections, bus stops, or roadside pathways close to the freeway exit. Wet pavement, reduced visibility, and congestion can further increase the chance of harm in these places.
After a pedestrian collision, early reports usually focus on roadway conditions, traffic flow, and the sequence of movements leading up to the contact between the vehicle and the person on foot.
