SULTAN—On Sunday, August 10 at 10:15 p.m., Collision Investigation Unit (CIU) detectives responded to a fatal single-occupant UTV rollover near Index-Galena Road and NF Road 6310.

The UTV was eastbound from Index at a high rate of speed when the 46-year-old male driver lost control while going over a hillcrest with a curve. The UTV struck a guardrail, ejecting the unrestrained driver.

The driver was pronounced dead at the scene by Sky Valley Fire Department personnel.

Detectives are still working to determine the cause of the crash, but speed and alcohol are believed to be contributing factors.

Positive identification of the decedent, as well as cause and manner of death will be determined by the Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Source: Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office

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