Teens Deliberately Strike Boy on Bicycle in Bellevue, WA

A shocking incident in Bellevue, Washington, has prompted police investigations after a 13-year-old boy was deliberately struck by a stolen vehicle while riding his bike. The attack occurred on July 13 as the boy was cycling home from swimming, with witnesses describing how a group of juveniles in a car intentionally swerved to hit him while he was in the bike lane. The Bellevue Police Department (BPD) reported that the stolen vehicle, identified as a silver Hyundai Elantra, was located in Redmond on July 24. The car was notably missing a rear driver-side window, which had been covered with a red towel or sunshade. Witness accounts indicate that the suspects were shouting before the collision, raising concerns about the motivations behind their actions.

The incident has drawn attention to youth violence and the implications of such reckless behavior. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as they continue their investigation. This incident highlights the need for community awareness and preventive measures against similar occurrences.