The crash occurred just before 7 p.m. on Thursday. The bridge was closed for a crash investigation, according to U.S. Park Police; the driver of the submerged vehicle was brought to shore and received advanced life support on the way to a nearby hospital.
Rescue personnel used boats and divers to reach the person in the water. However, due to the snow and darkness, authorities said they left the vehicle in the river and would return on Friday to try and extricate it.
Update vehicle into water Arlington Memorial Bridge. 1 individual from submerged vehicle brought to shore & receiving advanced life support. 2nd vehicle involved on bridge & 2 patients transported with minor injuries. Joint effort with @DCPoliceDept Harbor Unit &… pic.twitter.com/KhdLQCx4t3
— DC Fire and EMS Department (@dcfireems) January 17, 2025
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District of Columbia Fire and EMS later posted on social media that the second vehicle involved in the accident stayed on the bridge and both occupants suffered minor injuries. One of them was brought to a nearby hospital.
U.S. Park Police is leading a criminal investigation into the crash, per WTOP.
