Initial reports indicate that Melissa Owens was driving a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu eastbound on I-90 when she lost control and crashed into the north cement barrier.
Spokane, WA – A 45-year-old Spokane woman was injured in a tragic car accident that claimed the life of her 13-year-old son on Tuesday morning in Spokane.
According to the Washington State Patrol, the incident was reported at around 10 a.m. November 10, on Interstate 90 near the Hamilton Street overpass.
Initial reports indicate that Melissa Owens was driving a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu eastbound on I-90 when she lost control and crashed into the north cement barrier.
The impact sent the Malibu back into the roadway and it slammed into the back of a 2024 Nissan Frontier that was driven by Kody Lynd, 32, of Spokane.
The Malibu was also hit by a 2024 Freightliner semi-truck driven by 63-year-old David Northcutt.
Owens’ son was killed in the accident. According to WSP, the teen was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident.
Owens was also wearing a seatbelt and was taken to Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center for treatment of her injuries.
No other injuries were reported in the incident.
The eastbound lanes of I-90 were shut down as crews worked to clear the scene.
The Washington State Patrol is conducting an investigation into the incident.