Washington man cited for going 144 mph on I-84

By Griffin Beach on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 in Columbia Basin News Columbia Basin Top Stories

UMATILLA COUNTY – A Washington state man was cited after being clocked at 144 mph on Interstate 84 eastbound near the Deadman Pass exit.

An Oregon State Police (OSP) trooper was along the interstate typing up reports when a blue Dodge Charger passed him going 144 mph, the speed limit on that section of I-84 is 70 mph. The Charger then took the next exit but was located by another OSP trooper when he reentered the highway.

The driver, a 26-year-old man from Olympia, eventually admitted to his actions and was cited for reckless driving.