Street takeover ends with hit-and-run that critically injures Auburn teen
Jul 8, 2025, 9:49 AM
A street takeover in Auburn at the intersection of Lake Tapps Parkway S.E. and Lakeland Hills Way S.E. just before the hit-and-run took place. (Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)
(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)
An 18-year-old woman was critically injured in a hit-and-run during a street takeover on the Fourth of July in Auburn at the intersection of Lake Tapps Parkway S.E. and Lakeland Hills Way S.E., according to the Auburn Police Department.
Officers responded to the scene where a large crowd had gathered to watch the suspect spin his car in circles, doing donuts, on the street. The driver then fled and struck the woman, who was trying to cross the street. Police confirmed she was rushed to Harborview Medical Center in critical condition.
“These events are extremely dangerous — not just for the people driving the cars, but also the people watching them do these dangerous things,” Auburn Public Information Officer Kolby Crossley told KIRO 7.
Residents who live near the intersection said street takeovers have been happening more frequently. Many people told KIRO 7 they are frustrated and have been calling for increased police patrols in the area.
Detectives and Auburn police’s traffic unit have reviewed surveillance footage from around the area and are asking the public to submit any videos or information they may have from the night of the incident.
“It’s something our traffic unit is constantly dealing with and something we hope to prevent someday,” Crossley said. “There’s probably a lot of video. Some people likely know exactly who was involved and saw everything as it unfolded.”
Police are still searching for the suspect vehicle. Anyone with information or video is asked to contact Auburn police at (253) 288-7403.
Contributing: KIRO 7
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