WSP: Driver dies after crashing on Cable Bridge

By Dan Thesman on Friday, October 21st, 2022 in Columbia Basin News More Top Stories

KENNEWICK – Washington State Patrol reports the driver of a pickup truck died from his injuries sustained in a collision on the Cable Bridge Thursday afternoon.

Troopers said Brian R. Tackett, 52, of Kennewick was southbound on State Route 397 at 3:39 p.m. crossing the Cable Bridge when he struck the jersey barrier. His 2014 Ford F150 pickup truck was totaled.

Tackett was transported to Kadlec Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased. Next of kin has been notified.

The cause of the accident is under investigation.