Grace Vickers Dies in Othello Car Accident on SR 24

Othello, Washington (October 30, 2023) – Grace Vickers, 19, of Yakima, was killed in a two-vehicle collision on Sunday afternoon near Othello, according to the Washington State Patrol.

The wreck happened on SR 24 at about 3:40 p.m. October 29.

WSP said Vickers was driving eastbound on SR 24 when she went off the roadway.

She then overcorrected and collided with a westbound vehicle.

Vickers was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The other driver, Emilio Castellanos, 21, was transported to an Othello hospital with unspecified injuries.

The collision is under investigation.

Lane change crashes are caused by drivers changing traffic lanes, particularly on highways and other high-speed roads where drivers change lanes frequently.

Drivers must be vigilant when changing lanes, use their turn signals, and check their mirrors and blind spots to avoid causing a crash.

Some common causes of lane change accidents include: inadequate signaling, impaired driving, failure to check blind spots, and speeding and aggressive driving.

Determining fault in this type of accident depends on the specific circumstances of the crash, based on the driver who was negligent.

If you were involved in a lane change accident, contact an experienced car accident attorney for legal guidance.