A 10-year-old boy was life flighted to an area hospital after being involved in a serious collision
During a sanctioned MX race event at the Washougal Motocross Park, a 10-year-old boy was involved in a serious collision Saturday while participating as a competitor in the motocross race.
The juvenile rider lost control of his motorcycle and was subsequently inadvertently struck by two other riders participating in the event. Due to his injuries, the patient was life flighted to an area hospital in critical condition.
Clark County Sheriff’s Office patrol officers and the Traffic Unit are investigating the incident.
Information provided by Clark County Sheriff’s Office.
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