Crime & Safety
JBLM Airman Suspected of DUI Crashes Vehicle Into Lakewood MultiCare Building
There were no reported injuries in the accident. Police say the driver attempted to take a cell phone from a witness reporting the accident.
A Joint Base Lewis-McChord airman suspected of DUI crashed his vehicle into the MultiCare building in Lakewood causing severe damage, according to Lakewood Police Lt. Chris Lawler.
The vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed Saturday night and caught fire upon plowing into the medical building located at 9332 Bridgeport Way SW. Local authorities then say the driver attempted to snatch the phone from a witness who reported the accident.
The McChord airman was the only person in the car and was released to the military police. There were no reported injuries. Check back later for more details.
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