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I-5 blocked near Chehalis, WA due to barricaded suspect
Standoff blocks I-5 in Chehalis
Washington State Patrol is in a standoff with a barricaded suspect that attempted to flee from troopers in Lewis County on Thursday.
CHEHALIS, Wash. – All lanes of I-5 are fully blocked near Chehalis due to a barricaded suspect on the freeway.
Washington State Patrol and law enforcement engaged in a standoff on I-5 near Chehalis. (Washington State Patrol)
What we know:
Washington State Patrol troopers are currently engaged in a standoff with a suspect that fled from Mason and Thurston County troopers.
Northbound and southbound I-5 are fully blocked just south of Chehalis, near the U.S. Route 12 interchange. Traffic is being diverted just before US-12.
The suspect’s vehicle was reportedly spiked on Rush Road in Chehalis before coming to a stop on southbound I-5. There is only one person in the vehicle, and troopers are still negotiating with the suspect.
Drivers are asked to avoid the area and expect delays.
What we don’t know:
It’s currently unknown what led up to the pursuit.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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The Source: Information in this story came from the Washington State Patrol.