Karl Lutz Killed, Mechthild Lutz Injured in Car Accident on Southeast Regatta Drive [Oak Harbor, WA]

Karl Lutz Killed, Mechthild Lutz Hospitalized in Oak Harbor Car Crash

 
OAK HARBOR, WA (November 17, 2020) — A 93-year-old man died in a two-vehicle accident Thursday evening on Southeast Regatta Drive at Southeast 8th Avenue.
 
According to a State Trooper, a southbound 1998 Mercedes 420 sedan, driven by Karl H. Lutz of Oak Harbor, crashed into a 2003 Silverado pickup truck.
 
Per reports, 52-year-old Shawn Hamlin, of Oak Harbor, tried attempting a left-hand turn onto Regatta Drive in his Silverado; however, things took a turn for the worst as Lutz’s Mercedes struck Hamlin’s eastbound pickup.
 
As a result of the 5:30 p.m. crash, Karl Lutz and his 86-year-old passenger, Mechthild Lutz of Oak Harbor, sustained major injuries.
 
Soon after, paramedics transported both of them to WhidbeyHealth Medical Center, where Karl Lutz, who had neglected to wear a seatbelt, died.
 
Meanwhile, Hamlin avoid injury in the accident and stayed at the scene for police investigations.
 
At this point, the accident showed no indication that drugs or alcohol played a role in the accident. However, if anyone can help authorities determine the events that took place, please contact the CHP.

We would like to express our sincere sympathies to the friends and family of Karl Lutz.

Call Steve Mehr at (800) 625-5052 to schedule your free consultation. During your appointment, we will go over your truck accident case and determine the best approach and solution to get your family the coverage they need. No amount of compensation can equate to your loss, but legal guidance is available should you decide to pursue this avenue. Call us to schedule your appointment and in the meantime, we can get you a police report.