Torie Danford, Kaely Timi injured in accident on Highway 101

Sedan hit by out-of-control Probe driven northbound south of South Bend

November 16, 2025 | South Bend, WA

A two-vehicle collision on U.S. Highway 101 near milepost 119 left two women from Tacoma with injuries after a Ford Probe slid into oncoming traffic south of Willapa Hills.

What Happened in the Crash?

Torie Danford, 23, of Tacoma, and Kaely Timi, 24, of Tacoma, were injured in a two-vehicle crash involving a Ford Probe and a sedan on U.S. Highway 101 at milepost 119.

State troopers reported that a 57-year-old man from Aberdeen was driving the Ford Probe northbound around midday when he lost control due to excessive speed for the road conditions. The vehicle crossed into the southbound lane, colliding head-on with a sedan carrying the victims.

• Date of Incident: Nov. 16, 2025
• Location: U.S. Highway 101, near milepost 119, south of South Bend, Washington
• Vehicles Involved: Northbound Ford Probe and southbound sedan
• Reported Cause: Speeds too fast for conditions
• Injuries: Kaely Timi, 24, and passenger Torie Danford, 23, both transported to Harbor Regional Health Community Hospital in Aberdeen with unspecified injuries
• Investigating Agency: Washington State Patrol

Key Incident Summary

Why Do These Accidents Happen?

Motor vehicle crashes like this often stem from environmental factors combined with driver error. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), speeding accounts for a significant portion of highway incidents, especially in areas with variable weather or terrain like U.S. Highway 101.

Common contributing factors include:

• Excessive speed relative to road conditions
• Poor visibility or slick surfaces
• Failure to maintain lane discipline

The NHTSA reports that vehicle crashes injure approximately 1.9 million people annually in the United States, underscoring the need for thorough investigations.

Legal Insights

In cases such as this involving two-vehicle accidents on highways, independent investigations play a crucial role in determining liability and supporting victims' rights.

“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined,” said Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal and a national legal analyst for Newsline. “An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision.”

Key takeaways from legal professionals:

• Timely Evidence Review: Time is critical for law enforcement, and attorneys must efficiently analyze crash scenes to preserve evidence.
• Professional Resources: Attorneys can hire specialists for reconstructions, background checks, and witness interviews.
• Insurance Navigation: Legal guidance ensures victims are not shortchanged by insurers, covering medical costs, lost wages, and emotional distress.
• Victim Advocacy: Compassionate support helps navigate the aftermath while safeguarding legal interests.

“Injured victims involved in a collision often seek a personal injury claim to cover the cost of various expenses,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal and a national legal analyst for Newsline. “Insurance companies can be notoriously unconcerned with the mounting costs that an injured party may accrue. An attorney can help protect the victims of these tragedies, forcing the insurance companies to pay for their mistakes.”

Pending investigation outcomes, individuals like those affected may pursue claims for medical bills, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, and other damages.

Broader Accident Statistics

The Federal Highway Administration and NHTSA provide data highlighting the prevalence of such incidents:

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