By Crash News Writer 
Washington, WV (August 13, 2025) – Emergency responders were called to a collision involving a motorcycle and a car in Washington, West Virginia, late Tuesday night.
According to reports, the incident occurred around 9:15 p.m. on August 12 along Lake Washington Road. Officials with Wood County 911 confirmed that at least one person was transported to the hospital for treatment following the crash.
The crash involved a motorcyclist and a passenger vehicle, though the events leading up to the collision have not yet been released. It is not clear which of the two parties was injured or the severity of the injuries sustained.
The Wood County Sheriff’s Office is investigating and expected to release additional information as it becomes available.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
This article is based on initial dispatch reports and is subject to updates as the investigation moves forward.
- Authorities have not yet confirmed the names of the individuals involved, pending official identification and family notification.
- Law enforcement officials are working to determine the exact cause of the crash, including visibility conditions and right-of-way status.
- Drivers traveling through the Lake Washington Road area should anticipate potential closures or delays as cleanup and investigation efforts continue.
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