3 cars shot at in road rage shooting on State Route 8
Jul 2, 2024, 6:41 AM
A WSP vehicle responding to a crime scene. (Photo courtesy of WSP)
(Photo courtesy of WSP)
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is investigating a road rage shooting in Grays Harbor County near McCleary.
WSP troopers reported a 52-year-old man shot at drivers on State Route 8 Monday at approximately 10:30 a.m.
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Three separate drivers were headed east on the highway when the suspect opened fire. The bullets hit a 2014 Ford Escape with a family from Montesano inside the vehicle. Troopers said the suspect then shot at and hit a Chevrolet Silverado on the same highway. No one was hurt, but troopers believe drugs or alcohol were involved.
The suspect was taken to the hospital as a precaution, and will be taken into custody when he’s released. He is facing six counts of assault, reckless driving and DUI for the alleged road rage shooting incident.
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For anyone heading out on the road to travel this Fourth of July weekend, WSP authorities urge drivers to practice patience.
Contributing: Sam Campbell, KIRO Newsradio
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