3 Pronounced Dead after Wrong-Way Collision near Island Crest Way

MERCER ISLAND, WA (November 7, 2023) – Early Monday morning, Ari Jimenez, Austin Tsai, and Bugeon Jim died in a wrong-way crash.

Police responded shortly after midnight on the eastbound lanes of the freeway near Island Crest Way on October 30th.

Per reports, 30-year-old Jimenez was driving west at high rates of speed on the eastbound HOV lane. As a result, the wrong-way vehicle crashed into an oncoming Subaru, occupied by 22-year-old Tsai and 23-year-old Jim.

Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics later pronounced all three occupants dead at the scene.

During cleanup and preliminary duties, authorities blocked all eastbound lanes before they were later reopened around 5:30 a.m.

Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and families of Ari Jimenez, Austin Tsai, and Bugeon Jim. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Losing a loved one due to someone’s recklessness leaves a lasting impact on those left behind. Let our personal injury and wrongful death lawyers at Sweet James help you during this trying time. We strongly believe that each client’s case is unique which is why we give it our full individual attention. Call our offices today at 1-844-363-7713 to arrange your free and confidential case evaluation. We are here to help you and your family during this devastating time.