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Chelan Today
By the People, for the People
Chelan Woman Killed in U.S. 97A Crash
Family launches GoFundMe to cover funeral costs for 24-year-old Kasey Emery
Mar. 18, 2026 at 1:36am
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A 24-year-old woman named Kasey Emery was killed in a crash on U.S. 97A in Chelan, Washington on Saturday night. Emery was the passenger in a vehicle driven by 24-year-old Jaiden Buyas, which reportedly rear-ended a Ballard Ambulance. Emery's family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover her funeral costs and provide them time to grieve without financial pressures.
Why it matters
Tragic car accidents like this one can have a devastating impact on families and communities. The GoFundMe campaign aims to support Emery's loved ones during this difficult time and ensure they can properly honor her life.
The details
According to reports, Kasey Emery was the passenger in a vehicle driven by 24-year-old Jaiden Buyas that rear-ended a Ballard Ambulance on U.S. 97A in Chelan on Saturday night. Emery was killed in the crash, while Buyas and the ambulance driver were injured. Emery's family has now launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover her funeral costs and provide them time to grieve without immediate financial pressures.
- The crash occurred on U.S. 97A in Chelan, Washington on Saturday night.
The players
Kasey Emery
A 24-year-old woman from Chelan, Washington who was killed in the crash.
Jaiden Buyas
The 24-year-old driver of the vehicle that rear-ended the Ballard Ambulance, injuring himself and Emery.
David Emery
Kasey Emery's father, who the GoFundMe campaign is organized for.
What they’re saying
“Kasey had so much life ahead of her, and losing her so suddenly has left our entire family devastated. No one is ever prepared for a loss like this, and the grief her parents, siblings, and loved ones are experiencing right now is unimaginable.”
— The GoFundMe
The takeaway
This tragic accident highlights the importance of road safety and the devastating impact that sudden loss can have on families. The GoFundMe campaign is a way for the community to support Kasey Emery's loved ones during this difficult time.
