SEATTLE — This story was initially published on MyNorthwest.com
On Saturday, illegal street racing events drew hundreds of drivers and spectators to various locations across Seattle. In response, the Seattle Police Department (SPD) worked in coordination with regional law enforcement partners to disrupt the gatherings and restore safety.
Officers initially heard reports that racers would organize outside city limits before bringing the activity into Seattle. Their concerns were confirmed when over 200 people gathered at several key locations, including Lumen Field, Costco, Pier 55, and Home Depot in the SODO neighborhood in the evening…