URGENT UPDATE: A car crashed into the Bueno Market in Burien just before 1:40 p.m. on Thursday, sending shockwaves through the local community. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the incident left the storefront significantly damaged.
Witnesses described hearing a loud boom as the vehicle plowed into the market. According to a store employee, the driver accidentally pressed the gas pedal instead of the brake. Moises Guillen, who manages the restaurant inside the market, expressed relief that no one was harmed. “It scared everyone,” he said, reflecting the panic that ensued.
Despite the chaos, the driver managed to drive the car away from the scene, as confirmed by a nearby witness speaking to KOMO News. The incident has raised concerns about safety in the area and the potential for similar accidents in the future.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, and local residents are urged to remain vigilant. The King County Sheriff’s Office is expected to release additional details as the investigation unfolds.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
