One person injured in US 12 crash; police vehicle struck

A suspected DUI crash occurred on U.S. 12, 22 miles west of Walla Walla, on Thursday. Gabriel Herrera Morelos, 38, was hospitalized after crossing the center line and striking another vehicle. A subsequent collision occurred when a third vehicle struck a police car stationed to divert traffic. No law enforcement officers or the driver of the second vehicle were injured. The Washington State Patrol is recommending DUI charges against the suspect.