25-Year-Old Driver Killed after Two-Vehicle Collision at Ely Street

KENNEWICK, WA (January 31, 2022) – 25-year-old Angel Mendoza lost his life in a two-vehicle crash at Ely Street on Monday.

The accident happened around 7:18 p.m., along South Ely Street near West 31st Avenue

According to investigators, Mendoza lost control of his southbound 2021 Mercedes Benz. Consequently, his car then entered the northbound lane and collided with a 2010 Jeep Wrangler.

Moreover, Mendoza was pronounce dead at the scene, and two individuals inside the Jeep sustained injuries from the crash.

Additionally, responding paramedics rushed the Jeep occupants to a local hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

At this time, officials have no information about their current conditions.

Furthermore, the police determined that speed had a role in the deadly crash, however, an active investigation is underway.


Sweet James would like to extend their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Angel Mendoza.


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