A 34-year-old Lewis County sheriff's deputy was seriously injured after his patrol cruiser hit an elk near Packwood Monday night on U.S. Highway 12.
The crash at 8:23 p.m. took place near mile post 130 on U.S. Highway 12.
The deputy, who has six years of service in the department, was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center. According to a press release, the deputy is in critical condition with life-threatening injuries.
CityBee
He passed away tonight Our condolences to his family.
lhsouthern1988
just got a breaking news email from nwcn.com that he passed away. i am so sorry for is family.
CityBee
Tragic. My thoughts are with the deputy and the family.
rainsoaked
Prayers go out to the deputy and his family. When will something be done about the elk in Packwood? What say you Russ Mahoney?