WSP identified the victim as Rogelio Cardenas. Cardenas died at Kadlec Regional Medical Center on October 23, four days after the collision.
Sunnyside, WA – Authorities have identified a 40-year-old Desert Aire man who died from injuries sustained in a three-vehicle crash on State Route 24 on the Vernita Bridge on October 19, according to the Washington State Patrol.
WSP identified the victim as Rogelio Cardenas. Cardenas died at Kadlec Regional Medical Center on October 23, four days after the collision.
Investigators said the crash began when one vehicle crossed the centerline, triggering a chain-reaction collision involving three vehicles. Another driver was injured and taken to a hospital, while the driver of the third vehicle was not hurt.
Zachary C. Holder, 42, of Richland, was driving the vehicle that crossed the centerline, according to WSP. He has been charged with second-degree negligent driving.
The crash remains under investigation.