Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash on SR-17 North of Moses Lake

Washington State Patrol investigating the incident, urging public to avoid the area

Apr. 20, 2026 at 12:57am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a twisted, damaged car part reflecting a harsh, bright light, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a violent collision on the highway.The aftermath of a deadly hit-and-run collision on a rural Washington highway exposes the grim realities of traffic safety and accountability.Moses Lake Today

A deadly two-car hit-and-run collision on State Route 17 near Moses Lake, Washington is currently under investigation by the Washington State Patrol. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon at Milepost 55, just north of Moses Lake. Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area as they continue their investigation.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run crashes can be challenging to investigate, often leaving victims and their families without closure. This incident on a major highway north of Moses Lake has disrupted traffic in the area and raises concerns about public safety on Washington's roads.

The details

According to the Washington State Patrol, the deadly collision involved two vehicles and occurred on Sunday afternoon at Milepost 55 on State Route 17, just north of Moses Lake. One of the drivers fled the scene after the crash. WSP is currently investigating the incident and has asked the public to avoid the area while they work.

  • The crash occurred on Sunday afternoon at Milepost 55 on SR-17 north of Moses Lake.

The players

Washington State Patrol

The law enforcement agency investigating the deadly hit-and-run collision on SR-17.

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What’s next

Washington State Patrol says they will be providing a press release with more details on the investigation as it progresses.

The takeaway

This tragic hit-and-run crash on a major highway north of Moses Lake highlights the need for improved road safety and accountability measures to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.