Authorities in Everett are actively pursuing a driver involved in a vehicle theft and subsequent crash that left multiple individuals injured outside a dining establishment in the city’s northern section.
The incident occurred at approximately 2 a.m. Tuesday. Law enforcement officers initially responded to the 2300 block of Broadway following a call reporting an assault involving a weapon. Upon arrival, investigators found that a large altercation had erupted in the parking lot of a local restaurant. During the scuffle, a customer’s car was taken by an individual, police stated.
The male suspect allegedly fled the scene in the stolen vehicle, colliding with several pedestrians while exiting the area. The vehicle continued for roughly one block before crashing into another object. The driver then abandoned the car and ran on foot, according to official reports.
A canine unit was deployed to track the suspect, but the individual was not found during the initial search. Four people were taken to a medical facility for evaluation, with some suffering serious injuries.
The investigation is currently being led by detectives from the Everett Police Traffic Safety Unit. Police have not released additional details as of the latest update.
Members of the public with information regarding the incident are encouraged to contact the Everett Police Department tip line at (425) 257-8450.