Renton Police set protocols for which accidents to investigate during current ice, snow

Published 5:22 pm Monday, November 22, 2010

Due to inclement weather, and until weather conditions improve, the City of Renton Police Department will only provide response to collision reports that include the following:

• Fatality or injury;

• Hit and run;

• Operator impairment due to alcohol or drugs;

• Damage to City vehicles or property;

• Disturbance between principals;

• Police assistance is required.

Non-injury, minor damage collisions which do not involve the factors listed above will not be investigated. Operators are requested to exchange information and complete state reports when required, according to a City of Renton press release issued Monday evening.