Two separate hit-and-runs in Tacoma involving a similar vehicle left two pedestrians injured on Saturday.
TACOMA, Wash. — Two pedestrians were injured in separate hit-and-run incidents in Tacoma Saturday, and investigators believe the cases may be connected, according to Tacoma Police Department.
Police said both incidents involved an “older white sedan” that fled the scene after striking the victims.
The first crash was reported around 10 a.m. near South 19th Street and South Cushman Avenue. The second occurred at about 12:40 p.m. in the parking lot of Pilot Express at 1440 Puyallup Ave.
Authorities said both victims were walking at the time of the incidents and suffered injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
Investigators believe the crashes appeared to be intentional and said there is probable cause to pursue vehicular assault charges in both cases.
Police are continuing to investigate and are asking anyone with information about an older white sedan connected to the incidents to contact authorities.
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