A hit-and-run crash in Seattle’s University District on Friday left three people hospitalized. The incident occurred at the intersection of Northeast 47th Street and 15th Avenue Northeast around 1:30 p.m. A stolen vehicle struck three individuals before the driver left the scene, according to the Seattle Police Department.
The Seattle Police Department's Traffic Collision Investigation Squad responded to the scene to investigate the incident. Harborview Medical Center reported that a 20-year-old woman and a 25-year-old man were in critical condition, while a 21-year-old man was in satisfactory condition. All three were transported to Harborview Medical Center for treatment. Police located and arrested the suspect shortly after the incident. The suspect remains in custody, with charges pending as the investigation continues.
The area around the crash scene was secured for investigation by law enforcement. The suspect is in custody, and authorities are reviewing the events leading up to the crash to determine possible charges. The incident involved a stolen vehicle and reckless driving, resulting in injuries. For ongoing information, follow the Seattle Police Department Blotter.
