Nine car accident disrupts rush hour traffic near Northgate Mall

Seattle police say they were following a pickup truck that was moving erratically when the female driver suddenly accelerated and collided with multiple vehicles Wednesday afternoon near Northgate Mall.

Detective Jeff Kappel says six people including the pickup driver were taken to area hospitals for treatment of injuries.

Nine vehicles reportedly were involved.

The accident occurred near the Nordstrom Mall entrance and police redirected the traffic from nearby streets during rush hour.

Kappel says the driver is being investigated for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, among other violations.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.