Two men from Moses Lake, Washington, have died following a serious collision on Interstate 90 in Grant County.
The victims were identified as 29-year-old Brody C. Milbrandt and 27-year-old Craig A. Dennis. Milbrandt was driving a 2018 Land Rover with Dennis as his passenger when the crash occurred.
According to Washington State Patrol, the collision happened at approximately 9:43 p.m. Wednesday, September 30, on eastbound I-90 near milepost 169, about five miles west of Moses Lake.
Investigators said the Land Rover struck the rear of another vehicle traveling in the same direction. Following the impact, the Land Rover came to rest in the eastbound lanes.
The other vehicle continued eastbound after the collision. Authorities have not publicly identified the vehicle or its driver.
Milbrandt and Dennis suffered fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The Grant County coroner assisted with identifying the victims and notifying their next of kin.
The collision caused a major closure on eastbound I-90. Local reporting said the highway remained closed for approximately six hours while authorities investigated the crash and cleared the scene.
Washington State Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision. Investigators are also examining whether drugs or alcohol played a role, although no such involvement had been established in the available reports.
The deaths have brought attention to the Moses Lake community, where both men lived.
Authorities are seeking information about the other vehicle involved in the collision as the investigation continues.
Further details are expected as Washington State Patrol releases additional information.
