WATCH: Split-second reaction saves driver from serious crash in Bellevue
Oct 3, 2024, 2:59 PM | Updated: Oct 4, 2024, 8:41 am
A near collision in Bellevue. (Bellevue, WA police X)
(Bellevue, WA police X)
BELLEVUE, Wash. 鈥� A split-second reaction by someone behind the wheel saved them from what could have been a very serious crash.
The Bellevue Police Department posted video online of the incident that happened Tuesday night, which shows a mini van nearly hit about 12 seconds in.
Officers say around 10:00 p.m. Tuesday the driver went to turn onto Bellevue Way Southeast, when they hit the brakes last minute.
A car came speeding by, nearly hitting them.
Police arrested the driver a short time later.
The department says it was the 12th DUI case they鈥檝e seen in one week.
Here is the video of the incident:
This incident was the 12th DUI case in just a week.
As partners of King County’s Target Zero efforts, Bellevue PD will continue to hold accountable anyone who chooses to drive under the influence and jeopardize the safety of this city.
鈥� Bellevue, WA Police (@BvuePD)
