SEATTLE — Police are searching for someone who they say intentionally drove over unoccupied tents in downtown Seattle on Tuesday night.
At around 11:30 p.m., Seattle police officers witnessed a person in a grey Acura SUV intentionally drive over tents that were on a sidewalk along Third Avenue and James Street.
Police then tried to pull the suspect over, but they fled. The attempt to stop the suspect was caught on camera. It shows the suspect initially stopped for police for about 30 seconds. When officers started to walk towards the car, the driver sped away.
According to police, officers started to pursue the suspect, but when it was discovered that no one was in the tents, the pursuit was terminated.
Police then allege the same car returned to James Street and someone inside fired multiple shots. However, no casings, property damage or victims were found.
"I think it's really messed up. That person doesn't need to be nowhere in society," said Milton, a man who only shared his first name.
He said he often hangs out in the area.
"You always have to look over your back," he said. "You never know, anything can happen."
The suspect has not been identified and no other details about their appearance have been released.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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