1 killed, multiple others seriously hurt in Renton multi-vehicle crash

RENTON, WA – One person was killed and several others were severely injured in a multi-vehicle collision in Renton last night, according to KOMO News.

The crash occurred near the intersection of S 27^th Place and Benson Road S at about 11 p.m., when at least three vehicles collided.

One person died of injuries sustained during the crash. Multiple other people sustained severe injuries.

The identities of the victims were not made immediately available.

The Renton Police Department advised travelers to avoid the area, as road closures were in place immediately following the crash.

Pictures of scene @ Benson Rd S/S 27th Pl where we are investigating a fatality accident involving several vehicles. Thank you to several witnesses who stayed on scene. Rds will be blocked for several hours. Please take alternate routes/sh pic.twitter.com/fsf7hgM2Iw

— Renton Police Dept. (@RentonpdWA) January 30, 2021

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