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Witnesses Needed For A Rock Throwing Incident On I-90

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June 29, 2023

King County: At approximately 7:30am yesterday, June 28, 2023, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call from an individual that reported someone threw a rock and damaged their vehicle EB I-90 near Rainier Ave.

When troopers arrived they were able to determine that three vehicles were damaged by a suspect throwing rocks from the overpass in the area.  Rock debris was removed by the troopers after which they contacted the victim vehicles, obtained statements and took photos of the damage.  Thankfully no injuries were sustained.

The suspect was described as a mid-twenties African American male wearing all black.  One victim also stated he has observed this same individual throw rocks before as he works at a construction site nearby.  He also advised he would be able to identify the suspect if he saw him.

Seattle Police Department also responded but was unable to locate the suspect but found a pile of rock debris on the overpass which was removed.

One vehicle sustained a broken headlight, the second vehicle sustained a cracked windshield and the third vehicle sustained damage on their trunk.

WSP is seeking anyone that witnessed this malicious mischief dangerous crime or has any information on the suspect to contact the Washington State Patrol.  Refer to case number 23-011293.

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