GIG HARBOR, Wash. — Two people were killed in a crash at the Tacoma Narrows Bridge Toll Plaza in Gig Harbor on Friday.
The crash occurred shortly after 2 p.m. on Sept. 1, according to Washington State Patrol (WSP).
According to preliminary information, a pickup truck traveling east on State Route 16 did not slow down as it entered the toll plaza. The truck had cruise control on, according to State Patrol.
The truck crossed traffic lanes and struck a car, forcing it forward into the toll booth. Two people inside that car were killed. Those killed have been identified as 33-year-old Jeremy Kirkmeyer, who was the driver, and 30-year-old Torrey Kirkmeyer, who was the passenger. Both were from Bremerton.
The two occupants of the truck, a 61-year-old driver and the 63-year-old passenger, were taken to the hospital with unknown injuries.
Drugs and alcohol were not factors involved with the crash, according to WSP. All four people involved were wearing seatbelts. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
No toll booth workers were injured in the crash, according to WSP. The roadway was closed for just over 4 hours.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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