Kent, Washington – Two Children Struck When Car Crashed Through Building

Kent, Washington (August 13, 2019) – Two children were struck by a car after the vehicle crashed through a building at the 24200 block of 104th Avenue Southeast on Tuesday morning. One child was taken to an area hospital for precautionary measures, with no word given regarding their current condition. The other child reported to be uninjured. The car driver was also uninjured during the crash.

Crews were dispatched to the scene around 9:50 a.m. The car was found to have driven through the corner of a business, dealing substantial damage to the building in the process. The crash also caused a small fuel leak in the area. The cause of the accident is still unclear at this point in time.

About Vehicle Accidents

From data gathered on car crashes into buildings, the cause was usually operator error or pedal error. For operator errors, drivers usually accelerated or were at high speeds, or were in the wrong gear. Pedal error means that drivers stepped on the gas when they meant to step on the brake. Other, smaller factors for crashing into buildings are situation-based, such as driving under influence, traffic accidents, weather conditions or medical emergencies. A very small percentage are for people who intentionally ram buildings to commit theft. From these causes, lack of control is a common feature.

Because of the crash site, the threat of injuries applies not only to the occupants of the car but also people inside the building. Damage can also be done to either the car or the struck building. As always, we urge everyone to drive with caution and practice safe driving wherever you go. Doing so minimizes damage and injuries you can inflict not only on yourself, but on others as well. If you have however become a victim of a vehicle accident of any sort, we extend our sympathies and compassion.

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