UPDATE: Deadly motorcycle crash on westbound West Seattle Bridge’s Delridge offramp (victim ID added)

8:24 PM: Thanks for the tip. Police and medics are on the westbound West Seattle Bridge near the Delridge offramp because of a motorcycle crash. Updates to come.

8:27 PM: Medics just told dispatch the rider did not survive.

8:38 PM: Police just confirmed the death.

8:50 PM: We missed the original dispatch, so we’re checking the archived audio for any other details. No other vehicle reported involved, so far; initial dispatch was “motorcyclist vs. jersey barrier … right at the Delridge exit.”

(WSB photo)

10:20 PM: As a commenter noted, the motorcycle was toward the end of the Delridge offramp, by Fire Station 36. Our photo above is what we could see from under the bridge. Meantime, SPD has posted about this, but no additional details; they’re asking anyone who might have information to call the Traffic Collision Investigation unit at 206-684-8923.

1:51 AM: SPD has since updated its post to say the rider who died was a 42-year-old man. This is the first deadly collision in West Seattle in five months, since the October 30 one-car crash in Seaview that killed 31-year-old Riley Kestner.

ADDED 3:59 PM: The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the crash victim as Kristopher M. Griebe.

LJJ March 30, 2025 (8:42 pm)

I am so sorry to hear this, for everyone involved and for those who knew them.

Beepee March 30, 2025 (8:51 pm)

Should note that for anyone on transit all routes exiting the off ramp from the west Seattle bridge are on reroute. Motorcycle is half way over the barrier just next to the 36 fire house.

WSB March 30, 2025 (9:07 pm)

Thanks. Usually Metro sends out alerts for much smaller disruptions that clear fairly quickly, but has yet to send one out for this…

Rip and condolences to those they leave behind March 30, 2025 (9:01 pm)

Having lost someone to a fatal motorcycle collision I’m really sorry for everyone that is hurting. My thoughts are with their loved ones and the rider’s soul. 💛

West Seattle Mad Sci Guy March 30, 2025 (9:22 pm)

Lost someone to a single vehicle crash. Echoing your sentiments.

PhuketyPhuk March 30, 2025 (9:13 pm)

Exit ramp still closed. You can see the motorcycle leaned up against the concrete barrier right by the fire station. So sad. 😞

I love community March 30, 2025 (9:25 pm)

Take a moment and reach out to your friends and family. Loss like this happens so suddenly it leaves people devastated.

Concerned March 30, 2025 (9:36 pm)

Does anyone have a description of the motorcycle?

WSB March 30, 2025 (10:37 pm)

We added a photo of the scene, going to the area after hearing it was closer to the bottom of the offramp. Here’s a closer view of the motorcycle than what I added above:
https://westseattleblog-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2025/03/20250330_214625-scaled.jpg

Guy March 30, 2025 (9:47 pm)

It would be interesting to hear what happened from witnesses. Those poor first responders that had to deal with the scene.

pookie March 31, 2025 (4:42 pm)

wow, looking for gore or blame? either way, not necessary
- WS_motorcyclist March 31, 2025 (6:05 pm)
  
  Speaking as a fellow rider, I’m always wondering what caused a crash. What should I be looking out for? What can I do differently?
Gold March 31, 2025 (11:43 pm)

This was my ex. They were a long time rider who own two motorcycles. They liked to have fun, but we’re quite safe. Others mentioned this being a slick area, and it was wet. Awful. Their name was updated, and their family has put up a GoFundMe for funeral costs. Bless them.

WS Res March 30, 2025 (10:38 pm)

We drove by right behind the first fire truck that arrived (another was heading eastbound apparently to loop back around). The driver was on the ground not moving right at the apex of the turn :( one car was parked behind them, up the ramp and another at the base of the ramp – those passengers were walking up towards the scene. Please be careful everyone

Betty March 30, 2025 (11:26 pm)

That corner can be so slick. Def puts into perspective how careful we need to be there.

WSB March 31, 2025 (4:02 pm)

Victim’s name has just been made public.

Adrienne Wilson April 1, 2025 (4:17 am)

I wanted to come forward: The Griebe family was notified yesterday morning that I lost my beloved brother. We are still looking for answers but as of right now my brother lost control and hit the guardrail he passed we are praying right away with multiple blunt force trauma. Myself and my mother are flying out today (4/1) to start the process of his death. We do have a go fund me if anyone can help please do. https://gofund.me/fc22663a

Randy April 1, 2025 (5:57 pm)

My deepest condolences to you and all who held him dear.
SM Westside April 2, 2025 (2:19 pm)

I was having a drink with your brother just a few days ago and he was happy and excited for the spring and warmer weather to ride over to Alki. He was in great spirits and reflective. Very sad news. May Kris rest in peace. My blessings to you and your family. I hear there is a benefit happening Sunday in Alki.
- Adrienne Wilson April 2, 2025 (9:02 pm)
  
  Thank you for the kind words! We are working on getting something planned because my brother Loved Seattle and believe me we tried to get him to move away when things were not so great. Seattle is where his heart is. We are trying to get something planned with his ashes but it’s a slow process and a day at a time situation. We hope to see you there, when it happens
M Jane April 2, 2025 (2:40 pm)

Hi Adrienne. I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. I sent you a message through Facebook if you & your family would like to know more about what happened leading up to the accident. A family member and I witnessed this tragedy.
- Adrienne Wilson April 2, 2025 (9:00 pm)
  
  I just want to make sure you put that in the police report? We are planning to pick that up tomorrow, we tried today 4/2 but apparently they were closed due to staffing. We got most details from the detective which was very hard for my mom and I to hear.

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