Flying hood smashes through windshield on SR-512 near Puyallup, WA
PUYALLUP, Wash. - A driver escaped injury after the hood of someone else’s car flew through their windshield on SR-512 near Puyallup, according to the Washington State Patrol.
(WSP)
WSP made the initial alert on social media at 6:30 a.m. on Feb. 19.
According to WSP Trooper Kameron Watts, the hood of a sedan detached from the vehicle, flew in the air, and struck another driver’s Jeep Wrangler. Fortunately, the detached hood narrowly missed the Jeep driver’s head.
Troopers say the suspect's vehicle has yet to be located. Anyone with information is asked to contact the WSP.
What they're saying:
"This serves as another good reminder on how avoiding being on your phone while driving can save your life," said Trooper Watts. "Please drive safe out there!"
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information in this story comes from multiple social media alerts from the Washington State Patrol.
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