Multiple people hospitalized after traffic collision in Tacoma

Fire crews responded to the scene of a two-car collision early Wednesday in Tacoma that led to multiple people being hospitalized.

Tacoma Fire Department reported that crews responded to a crash about 6:50 a.m. at South Tacoma Way and South Pine Street, according to a tweet from the department.

Assistant Fire Chief Chris Johnson said more than one person was transported to the hospital, but he couldn’t confirm an exact number of people injured or the extent of their injuries.

Johnson said one of the vehicles involved was a car and the other was a larger truck. He said occupants of the truck were evaluated but not transported to the hospital.

This story was originally published September 29, 2021 at 7:38 AM.

Peter Talbot

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