Stolen Car Jumps Seattle’s University Bridge in Wild Dukes of Hazzard-Style Stunt
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON — Drivers in Seattle were stunned when a stolen silver sedan launched into the air over the University Bridge on Wednesday, smashing through barriers in a stunt reminiscent of The Dukes of Hazzard.
Stunt Captured in Midday Commute
The incident unfolded around 12:25 p.m. when the bridge’s safety arms began lowering for a scheduled opening. Rather than stop, the suspect barreled through the gate, accelerating as the drawbridge tilted upward.
Witnesses described the shocking leap as both dangerous and surreal. “I thought my eyes were playing tricks as the car literally flew over the bridge while it was coming up,” one bystander told local reporters.
The car landed with heavy damage on the far side, smashing its windshield and tearing apart its undercarriage. Still, the driver managed to plow through the opposite gate and speed off into city streets.
Police Response and Aftermath
Seattle Police later found the vehicle abandoned near NE 42nd Street and Pasadena Place NE. Despite damage to the car, the driver successfully fled the scene. Authorities deployed the Guardian One helicopter and multiple patrol units but were unable to track the suspect.
Officials stressed the jump could have ended in tragedy for nearby drivers, boaters, and pedestrians. The city confirmed the reckless act damaged public property, adding to the list of charges the driver will face once identified.
Viral Reaction Online
Footage of the jump quickly spread online, where viewers compared the driver to the Dukes of Hazzard’s “General Lee.” Memes circulated with captions like, “Cue the banjo music,” as others shook their heads at the sheer recklessness.
While some laughed at the outrageous stunt, police emphasized the seriousness of stolen cars being used in dangerous ways. They warned the driver’s actions could have killed someone, turning a viral moment into a fatal disaster.
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