Illegal street racing has become a growing problem in several communities in Washington. The City of Kent hopes its bill to the State Senate can address the public safety issue. FOX13
is only defined as two people competing for speed. However, illegal street racing is no longer a competition for speed, but rather who can pull off dangerous stunts behind the wheel.
"They’re doing new stunts with the cars that they see being performed by professionals. So, they’re drifting. And they’re drifting in places that aren’t designed for that type of stunt, reckless driving," said Kent Police Assistant Chief Jarod Kasner. "We know we can’t arrest our way out of it, but there has to be some sort of accountability or impact to deter this type of behavior," said Kasner.Leaders in Kent said they hope a change in Washington state law is the answer.
"What we’re finding now is we’re seeing the same cars back Friday night, Saturday night, Tuesday night. So, the impoundment would help put a little pause in there," said Ralph.
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