TACOMA, Wash. — Washington State Patrol (WSP) says that State Route 7 roadways were blocked in both directions after a pick-up truck ran into a pedestrian on Wednesday night.
The accident happened along SR-7 near 52nd Ave. E. in Pierce County.
WSP says the pedestrian was riding a bike at the time of the accident.
He was taken to a nearby hospital in serious condition.
The crash is currently being investigated by WSP.
🚨: State Route 7 is fully blocked at 52nd Avenue East (Milepost 40) for a 1 pickup-pedestrian collision.
— Trooper Kameron Watts (@wspd1pio) January 8, 2026
The subject is in serious condition and currently being transported to the hospital.
Expect delays in the area for a while. Northbound lanes may open up shortly. pic.twitter.com/76nUmWr6LH
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