17-Year-Old Boy Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Collision near Mile Post 93

SKAGIT COUNTY, WA (October 17, 2023) – Monday afternoon, a fatal two-vehicle collision occurred on State Route 20, resulting in the death of James Janda.

The incident prompted a swift response from law enforcement, with police arriving at the accident scene at approximately 3:15 p.m.

The collision took place on the westbound lanes of the freeway, near Mile Post 93, on the 9th of October. According to initial reports, James Janda, a 17-year-old, was behind the wheel of a 1993 Honda Accord, traveling eastward. He unexpectedly veered across the center line, entering the eastbound lanes.

There, the Honda collided with a westbound 2022 GMC Yukon, which was carrying three occupants.

Emergency personnel arrived and transported a 37-year-old female passenger from the Yukon to United General Hospital for medical care. Unfortunately, James Janda succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead by the medical team.

In their preliminary investigation, authorities ruled out alcohol or drug involvement as contributing factors to the accident. Currently, a comprehensive investigation is underway to gather additional information related to the incident.

The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of James Janda who are grieving over the loss of their loved one. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Losing a loved one in a car accident is always traumatic and affects all aspects of life of those left behind. At Sweet James, they understand what you and your family are going through and they are here to help. With their extensive experience in the legal field, they know what it takes to win your case. They have dealt with a variety of cases including personal injury, and wrongful death. Contact their offices by calling 1-800-900-0000 to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation with an experienced legal professional in your area. For your convenience, they are also available 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week through email, text message, and online chat. For more accident news, click here. The original source can be found here.

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