Driver leads authorities in chase from Mercer Island to Seattle

SEATTLE — A driver led authorities on a chase early Sunday morning, according to the Washington State Patrol.

The chase started on Mercer Island around 1 a.m. when troopers attempted to stop a speeding and deviating vehicle on westbound Interstate 90 at East Mercer.

When the vehicle did not stop, authorities continued the pursuit.

Troopers attempted to use a pit maneuver to stop the driver but it was unsuccessful.

After the driver exited the freeway, the vehicle’s front tires fell apart.

The vehicle struck a parked vehicle on Airport Way and Seventh Avenue in SoDo.

The driver was booked into the King County Jail for eluding and could face other charges.