Lakewood, Washington – Beauty Shop Damaged by Hit-and-Run

Lakewood, Washington (August 25, 2019) – A beauty shop on Bridgeport Way Southwest was damaged in a hit-and-run that occurred on Sunday afternoon. Fortunately, no one was injured in the accident. The establishment, identified as Jewel’s Salon and Beauty, has a damaged wall as a result of the crash.

The crash happened around 5 p.m. According to the report, the car was southbound on Bridgeport Way Southwest when the driver appeared to lose control, causing it to crash into the beauty shop. The car fled the scene shortly after. The owner of the shop, Jewel Curtis, is currently looking for more information regarding the incident.

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 errors mean 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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