Single-car crash crushes, kills man

A man died in a one-vehicle crash Wednesday near Medical Lake, authorities said.

The pickup the man was in apparently flipped, partially ejecting and crushing him, said Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Dave Reagan.

Authorities are unclear when the man crashed on Wednesday, but he was discovered about 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of Ladd and Chase roads by a passer-by, Reagan said. The area is sparsely populated and the roads are gravel.

The truck’s cab was so crushed that detectives were unable to remove the man immediately, Reagan said.

Speed was a factor in the crash.

Deputies continue to investigate the crash, Reagan said.

Events will cover veteran benefits

Military veterans and family members can get information about benefits available to them today at the East Central Community Center.

The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs has two events, starting with a lunch and town hall meeting at 11:30 a.m. at which state and federal officials will answer questions about benefits. From 1:30 to 4 p.m., a Veterans Information and Assistance Fair will provide information on educational benefits, pensions, nursing home care and funeral honors.

The center is at 500 S. Stone St.

More information on the events is available by calling (800) 562-0132 and selecting option 1.

From staff reports