Michael D. Gregg, a 57-year-old resident, tragically lost his life in a fatal car accident on Thursday, August 15, 2024. The accident occurred on Rainier Road, just west of Rainier, Thurston County, Washington. According to Thurston County Coroner Garry Warnock, Michael Gregg succumbed to multiple blunt force injuries sustained during the collision, with severe damage to both his head and torso.
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene following a report of reckless driving in the 13500 block of Rainier Road around 2:30 p.m. Although initially classified as reckless driving, further details about the accident remain limited. Thurston County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Mike Brooks indicated that speed was not believed to be a contributing factor in the crash. Preliminary investigations suggest that the vehicle may have drifted off the road, and despite the driver’s attempts to regain control, it ultimately collided with a tree.
The impact was devastating, resulting in injuries that led to Michael Gregg’s death. Following the accident, a section of Rainier Road was closed for over two hours to allow emergency responders to attend to the scene and initiate an investigation. The road has since been reopened, but authorities continue to investigate the exact causes of the accident.
The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office is working diligently to gather more information and provide clarity on the incident. The community expresses its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Michael Gregg during this difficult time. Further details regarding Michael Gregg’s funeral will be provided by his family.