WA troopers investigating fatal drive-by shooting on SR 167 near Auburn
1 dead in drive-by shooting on SR 167
Washington State Patrol is investigating a fatal drive-by shooting that happened on State Route 167 near Auburn on Thursday.
ALGONA, Wash. - Washington State Patrol troopers are investigating a fatal drive-by shooting that happened on State Route 167 near Auburn on Thursday.
via WSDOT
What we know:
It happened on northbound SR 167 just north of Ellingson Road, near Algona.
According to WSP, a witness called 911 around 7:30 p.m. saying they witnessed a shooting on the highway. When troopers arrived, they located a man dead at the scene.
WSP says they are looking for a 1990-1995 red or maroon Ford Explorer, and a 2018-2020 silver Subaru BRZ or similar make, such as a Scion FR-S.
Anyone who sees these vehicles, witnessed the shooting or has dashcam footage of the incident is asked to call 911. People in the area of Ellingson Road are asked to report any suspicious activity.
Northbound SR 167 was fully closed as troopers investigated the scene. Drivers in the area are asked to take alternate routes and expect delays.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information in this story came from the Washington State Patrol and the Washington State Department of Transportation.
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