Washington

Gary L. Hartig Killed in Accident at I-90 in Cle Elum, WA

Published on: March 12, 2025

Date of Accident
March 11, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Gary L. Hartig
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

A three-vehicle collision on eastbound I-90 near Cle Elum at 12:25 PM. Reports indicate slowed traffic due to debris led to a chain-reaction crash involving two cars and a semi-truck. The Washington State Patrol cited Igor A. Grudovik of Spokane Valley for negligent driving after he failed to adjust his speed, colliding with the vehicles ahead. Gary L. Hartig, driving aFord Bronco, was injured and transported to the hospital with injured he later died from, while his wife remained unharmed. A third driver, Michael F. Berger, was uninjured. No drugs or alcohol were involved. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Washington State Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Construction Truck, Nissan Altima, Ford Bronco
Road/Highway
I-90
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Construction Truck, Nissan Altima and a Ford Bronco were involved in a collision

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