Man Dies After Crash and Jump from I-90 Off-Ramp Bridge in Spokane

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A 48-year-old Spokane man died early Sunday morning after jumping from a bridge at the westbound Interstate 90 off-ramp to Hamilton Street, according to the Washington State Patrol. Troopers were dispatched at 4:57 a.m. on Sunday after receiving reports of a crash and a man sitting on the edge of the bridge. The man was the driver of a vehicle initially involved in a non-injury collision at the off-ramp, but after the crash, he exited his vehicle and jumped from the bridge, despite multiple witnesses' attempts to lure him away from the edge.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the need for greater mental health resources and suicide prevention efforts, especially in high-stress transportation hubs like highway off-ramps. The investigation will likely examine whether any infrastructure changes or increased security measures could have prevented this outcome.

The details

According to the Washington State Patrol press memo, the 48-year-old man was driving eastbound in the westbound lanes of I-90 prior to the collision at the Hamilton Street off-ramp. After the non-injury crash, the man exited his vehicle and sat on the edge of the bridge, ignoring attempts by multiple witnesses to get him to safety.

• The incident occurred at 4:57 a.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2026.

What’s next

The Washington State Patrol will continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and the man's subsequent suicide, including whether any infrastructure changes or increased security measures could have prevented this tragic outcome.