DUI Driver in Custody Following Hit-and-Run Accident on 111th Place [Kent, WA]

Woman Arrested After Striking Patrol Car in Kent

 
KENT, WA (March 12, 2019) – A police officer’s car sustained damage after being struck by a hit-and-run driver on 111th Place Southeast near Southeast 274th Street Saturday.
 
The 22-year-old woman placed into custody struck and damaged the patrol vehicle around 8:30 p.m.
 
However, prior to that, a resident reported that his or her car had been struck. The vehicle was hit by a hit-and-run driver in the 27200 block of 111th Place Southeast. At the time the officer responded, his patrol vehicle sustained damaged.
 
In addition, the officer was investigating an incident at the time his car was struck.
 
Subsequently, the officer chased down the driver and placed the 22-year-old woman under arrest.
 
Police are still investigating the original hit-and-run. The officer involved sustained no injuries, according to reports.
 
Impaired driving can result in devastating situations. If you are under the influence, do not get behind the wheel. Instead, rely on a taxi driver or a sober family member or friend to drive you instead. You can evade the dangers and risks of drunk driving.

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