Man sought after speeding through traffic, fleeing police in Kent, WA
Reckless driver sought in Kent
Kent Police are searching for a reckless driver seen weaving through rush hour traffic and fleeing from police officers.
KING COUNTY, Wash. - Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a driver they say endangered countless people in Kent last month.
(Kent Police Department)
According to the Kent Police Department (KPD), on June 24, the man was seen driving recklessly during evening rush hour on Pacific Highway South in Kent.
Witnesses said he ran multiple red lights, weaved through traffic and made a U-turn through heavy congestion. Officers later spotted the suspect, which led to a brief pursuit.
WATCH: Police pursue reckless driver through construction zones in Kent, WA
Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a driver they say endangered countless people in Kent last month. According to the Kent Police Department (KPD), on June 24, the man was seen driving recklessly during evening rush hour on Pacific Highway South in Kent. Witnesses said he ran multiple red lights, weaved through traffic and made a U-turn through heavy congestion. Officers later spotted the suspect, which led to this pursuit.
What they're saying:
"Once officers were able to get behind him to conduct a traffic stop, he led us on a dangerous high-speed chase where he continued recklessly driving without regard for the safety of other motorists," wrote the KPD in a press release. "Due to the suspect eventually speeding through a construction zone, officers had to terminate the pursuit to protect the lives of citizens in the area."
Authorities describe the suspect as a bald man in his 40s with a beard and arm tattoos. He was driving a newer Chevrolet Malibu with no license plates. Investigators believe it may be a 2022 model.
A few days later, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) informed KPD that a suspect matching the same description was reported driving recklessly through rush hour traffic on I-5 between Seattle and Federal Way. Numerous drivers called 911, reporting that he was weaving between vehicles and passing others on the shoulder.
What you can do:
Police are asking anyone with information to help identify the driver. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-222-TIPS or through the P3 Tips app on your cellphone.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information in this story comes from the Kent Police Department.
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