Washington

One Killed, One Injured in Accident at I-80 in Carbon County, WA

Published on: March 21, 2025

Date of Accident
March 15, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Officials are investigating a collision that killed one person at I-80 in Carbon County, WA on March 15th, 2025. Police say the incident happened when a semi-truck allegedly operated by 46-year-old Borys Bakhtiarov crossed a westbound lane through a guardrail before colliding with an eastbound truck. Officials say a passenger in the eastbound truck was fatally injured while the driver was seriously injured. Reports indicate Bakhtiarov faces a charge of homicide in connection with the crash. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Washington State Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-80
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), serious injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer crossed a westbound lane and collided with another commercial truck

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