Car goes airborne, crashes through 2 Burien homes on Memorial Day driver detained with minor injuries

A car went airborne and crashed through two homes in Burien on Sunday, May 26, 2025, around 2:33 p. m. , following the driver's failure to stop at an intersection. The mid-sized sedan was traveling eastbound on South 120th Street when it struck a lane divider, launching into the air and crashing into the side of one home before continuing into a second. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported among pedestrians or the occupants of either house, which highlights the narrow escape for those involved.

The driver, who was the only occupant of the vehicle, sustained minor injuries and has been detained while authorities investigate the incident. Local agencies, including the North Highline Fire Department, responded to the crash, and the scene remains active with ongoing disruptions to traffic and transit. Investigators noted the information is preliminary and subject to change as the situation develops. Cleanup and investigation efforts are anticipated to last for several hours, underscoring the incident's impact on the local community. This event raises concerns about traffic safety in the area, particularly at busy intersections.