Seattle police released new surveillance footage Tuesday in a bid to find the driver in a hit-and-run, asking anyone who recognizes the vehicle to come forward. The brief clip, circulated to local media, shows a car pulling away from the scene, and detectives say community tips could be key to identifying whoever was behind the wheel. The case remains an active investigation as officers work through the video and other evidence.
Video released by investigators
According to KIRO 7, Seattle police shared the clip on Tuesday and urged the public to study it closely for any distinguishing details. The station reports that detectives are especially interested in tips from viewers who might have their own dash-cam or neighborhood surveillance recordings from around the time of the incident. Police had not announced any arrests at the time the footage was released.
Where this fits in recent cases
Seattle has seen a number of hit-and-run investigations in recent years, and detectives have leaned more and more on surveillance video and digital data to build their cases. In one prominent example, prosecutors used a combination of camera footage and phone records to link a suspect to a fatal collision in Ballard in early 2025, FOX 13 Seattle reported. Police also routinely post similar public appeals on the Seattle Police Department's SPD Blotter, outlining how residents can submit tips and video to help move investigations forward, according to the department's release.
How to help investigators
Anyone who has video or information about the car shown in the newly released clip is urged to save the footage and contact Seattle police or an anonymous tip line so detectives can follow up. KIRO 7 notes that the department's reporting instructions and any incident reference number are included with the video release. Authorities caution the public not to confront any potential suspect. Instead, they ask that people share what they saw, along with timestamps and original video files, directly with law enforcement.
