Man Injured, Arrested in DUI Motorcycle Accident on Highway 101 Near Shelton Matlock Road [Olympia, WA]

Ryder Hurt in Olympia DUI Motorcycle Accident on Highway 101

 
OLYMPIA, WA (September 18, 2020) — A 29-year-old man sustained injuries following Friday’s DUI motorcycle accident on Highway 101 near West Shelton Matlock Road.
 
According to reports, the incident happened around 4:00 p.m. on the northbound side of the highway.
 
Washington State Troopers say the 29-year-old operating the motorcycle was traveling at a high rate of speed and weaving in and out of traffic. Subsequently, his bike collided with a northbound Toyota Prius, causing no injuries to the 49-year-old female driver inside.
 
Following the crash, paramedics arrived and ushered the Olympia man to Mason General Hospital in Shelton.
 
According to Troopers, he will most likely face possible charges for driving under the influence and reckless driving.
 
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