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SPOKANE, Spokane County, Wash., Nov. 11, 2026 — A 13-year-old boy died following a multi-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck on eastbound Interstate 90 near Hamilton Street on Tuesday morning, November 10, according to the Washington State Patrol. The driver of the car he was riding in was also hurt and taken to a hospital.
Troopers said a silver Chevrolet Malibu struck a barrier, re-entered the freeway and then collided with a white Nissan Frontier. A semi-truck then hit the Malibu, the Washington State Patrol said in a Tuesday evening release. Troopers and firefighters responded to the scene around 10 a.m.
The teenage passenger in the Malibu died at Sacred Heart Medical Center. The Malibu's driver was also taken to Sacred Heart Medical Center with injuries whose extent has not been released.
The crash remains under investigation. We are deeply sorry for the loss suffered by the victim's family, and we wish the injured driver a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Washington
This fatal crash happened at I-90 and Hamilton Street in Spokane, WA. Our Washington intersections page covers intersection crashes across Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are a semi-truck's blind spots, and why do they matter?
Large trucks have wide blind spots along both sides, directly behind the trailer and close in front of the cab. Drivers who linger in these zones may not be visible to the truck driver, raising the risk of a collision during lane changes or stops.
What is an underride crash?
An underride crash happens when a smaller vehicle slides partly or fully beneath a truck's trailer, usually from behind or the side. These collisions can be especially severe because of the height mismatch between vehicles.
What usually causes large-truck crashes?
Common factors include driver fatigue, following too closely, speed, mechanical failure and weather conditions. Multi-vehicle crashes like this one can also start with a smaller vehicle losing control before a truck becomes involved.
How can drivers stay safer around semi-trucks?
Giving trucks extra following distance, avoiding lingering beside their trailers, and signaling early before merging can reduce the chance of a crash.
