Everett man injured in single-car accident near Ellensburg


Yakima Herald-Republic

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ELLENSBURG, Wash. -- An Everett man was injured Friday night when the car he was driving left the roadway, drove through a barbwire fence and struck a stump.

The crash took place around 6:30 p.m. at milepost 107.5 on Interstate 90 in Ellensburg.

Donald James Layton, 64, of Everett, was heading westbound in a 1988 Honda Accord when the accident occurred.

He was taken to Kittitas Valley Hospital with right rib pain and lacerations to his hands.

He was wearing a seatbelt, according to the Washington State Patrol.

Troopers suspect drugs or alcohol were involved. The cause remains under investigation and charges are pending.

The car was totaled and towed.

-- Adriana Janovich



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