KENNEWICK, Wash. — A 19-year-old has been charged with vehicular homicide following a fatal motorcycle crash on Sunday evening.
The incident occurred around 8:00 p.m. at the intersection of Columbia Drive and Jean Street, according to the Kennewick Police Department (KPD).
Emergency responders administered life-saving measures to the motorcyclist, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been released.
The car’s driver, also 19 years old, exhibited signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene. He has since been booked into Benton County Jail.
Authorities confirmed that an investigation is currently underway. Further details regarding the circumstances of the crash and any potential charges will be released as the investigation progresses. Traffic on Columbia Drive experienced lane closures during the emergency response.