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All lanes of SR 18 between Issaquah-Hobart Road and I-90 reopen after fatal 3-vehicle crash

All lanes were shut down for over three hours on Wednesday evening.

SNOQUALMIE, Wash — All lanes of state Route 18 in Snoqualmie reopened Wednesday night after a fatal crash that killed a Spokane man.

According to Washington State Patrol, three vehicles were involved in the crash at Issaquah-Hobart Road and Interstate 90. The crash happened around 7 p.m. Wednesday at milepost 26.

Scott Salmi, a 45-year-old man from Spokane Valley, was driving eastbound when he drifted into the oncoming lane and struck another car, according to WSP. His car then struck a third vehicle and came to a stop blocking the westbound lane. Salmi died at the scene.

The two other drivers were not injured in the crash.

The road was closed for over three hours while officials were investigating. WSP said it is unknown if drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. 

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