A 60-year-old man from Graham was injured after suffering a medical emergency while driving on Saturday afternoon.
The incident led to a crash along State Route 7 in Pierce County and caused temporary traffic delays. Authorities shared updates on the driver’s condition following the accident.
Medical Emergency Leads to Crash
According to the Washington State Patrol, the incident happened around 5 p.m. The man was driving north on State Route 7 in the Elk Plain area when he suddenly experienced a medical emergency.
Due to the medical issue, he lost control of his vehicle. The car went off the roadway and crashed into multiple trees along the side of the highway.
Driver Rescued from Vehicle
Trooper Kameron Watts shared details about the crash on social media. He said that when emergency responders arrived at the scene, the driver was found unresponsive inside the vehicle.
Rescue teams had to carefully remove him from the car. After receiving immediate medical attention, his condition improved. Later updates confirmed that he was responsive and receiving treatment at a nearby hospital.
Taken to Tacoma General Hospital
The injured driver was transported to Tacoma General Hospital for further care. Authorities have not released additional details about his current medical condition.
Traffic Delayed Briefly
The crash caused traffic to slow down for about 25 minutes while emergency crews worked at the scene and cleared the damaged vehicle. The Washington State Patrol managed the situation and ensured the road was reopened safely.
Officials have not reported any other injuries related to the incident. The case highlights how sudden medical emergencies while driving can lead to serious accidents.
Authorities remind drivers to seek medical care if they feel unwell and to stay alert while on the road to help prevent similar situations.
