Bremerton, Washington – Driver Dead After Car Crashes Down Ravine

Bremerton, Washington (June 12, 2019) – The driver of a car died after his vehicle crashed down the ravine on the 5400 block of Hansberry Street Northwest on early Wednesday morning. The victim, identified as Ean Swanson, was extricated by rescue crews and taken to Harrison Medical Center in Bremerton, but he was pronounced dead on arrival. It has been determined that the cause of death was blunt force trauma to the torso.

According to investigators, Swanson was heading north on Hansberry Street when he crossed into the southbound lane and left the road. It has been determined that he was going too fast around a curve which had a posted speed of 30 mph. Officials have also said that the victim had a significant blood alcohol level.

About Car Accidents

We offer our sympathies and compassion for the friends and loved ones of the victim. According to 2016 data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 29 people die everyday from vehicle accidents involving an alcohol-impaired driver, which translates to a death every 50 minutes. Additionally, 2016 data also points to 28% of all traffic-related deaths in America. Driving under influence covers not only alcohol-impaired drivers, but also those under the influence of other substances. Drugs other than alcohol accounted for 16% of vehicle crashes in 2015 data. Marijuana use in particular is rising, with 13% of nighttime weekends drivers being found with marijuana in their system. Whether impaired by alcohol, narcotics, or any other substances, the dangers of driving under influence should be clear. Driving is an activity that requires awareness at all times and following street regulations as much as possible. Being under the influence of other substances brings down road awareness, as well as closing down reflex skills and attention.

We urge everyone to be in a stable health condition before going behind the wheel. Any condition that can cause impairments on your judgement puts many people at risk, which goes not only for drivers but pedestrians as well. Aside from the obvious dangers of drunk driving, it would also help to identify busy roads and try to avoid being in their proximity to minimize any risk of a vehicle accident. Any mistake can lead to injuries and damage not only to your person, but on other people as well. Our sympathies and compassion for anyone who was caught up in a vehicle accident due to intoxicated drivers.

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