Tacoma, WA – Pedestrian Killed After Entering I-5 Lanes Near Port of Tacoma Rd
Tacoma, WA (February 2, 2025) – A 63-year-old Seattle man tragically lost his life after entering the northbound lanes of I-5 shortly after midnight on February 2. According to the Washington State Patrol, the incident occurred around 12:20 a.m. just north of Port of Tacoma Road. The man had been standing on the freeway’s right shoulder before stepping into the lanes of traffic. He reportedly managed to reach lane three before being struck by a vehicle driven by a 62-year-old Tacoma man, who was accompanied by his 66-year-old passenger. Both the driver and passenger were unharmed. Troopers are investigating the circumstances leading to the pedestrian’s presence on the freeway.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the victim’s family and friends.