Pierce County, WA – A weekend of tragedy unfolded across Pierce County, with two separate fatal incidents and one arrest reported between October 25 and October 27.
According to local authorities, a 31-year-old man was killed Saturday afternoon when a large tree fell during the McKenna Park Trick-or-Treat Community Event. The tree collapsed around 1:02 p.m., striking several tents and trapping multiple attendees. Fire crews worked for hours to free victims and clear the scene. Six additional people suffered injuries ranging from broken bones to minor bruises, with three transported to nearby hospitals.
In a separate incident early Monday morning, deputies arrested a 23-year-old man found pushing a motorcycle near 130th Street South and Pacific Avenue South. According to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department, the motorcycle had been reported stolen and appeared freshly spray-painted. The suspect was taken into custody and booked on felony warrants and possession of stolen property charges.
Late Saturday night, a 42-year-old woman died in a single-vehicle crash in Graham after her car struck a light pole near 84th Avenue East and 224th Street East. Investigators said the vehicle appeared to be traveling at a high speed and showed no signs of braking. Authorities are exploring whether a medical issue may have contributed to the crash.
Officials remind residents to drive carefully as fall weather brings rain and wind to the region.
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