Pierce County (Press Release) - On Tuesday around 4:40 a.m. the Pierce County Sheriff's Department was called to a car in the ditch on Highway 10, at 570th Avenue.
When they arrived, it was apparent that a vehicle was traveling west on Highway 10, left the road down a steep embankment and went into the ditch. The vehicle crashed through the fence, causing property damage. After crashing through the fence, the vehicle then backed over the fence and began navigating the ditch. The vehicle continued driving in the ditch for about 200 yards. The tracks then led out of the ditch.
It appears the vehicle was pulled out or had some sort of assistance. There was no vehicle on scene when deputies arrived.
At this time, the Pierce County Sheriff's Department is seeking help in identifying the vehicle that crashed through the fence and/or assisted in pulling the vehicle out of the ditch. The only description is possibly a truck maroon or burgundy in color. Anyone passing through the area that may have seen this vehicle or knows anything about the crash is asked to call (715) 273-6785.
