Delivery Driver Stops Gas Arson Attempt | Seattle News

At 1:40 AM near Capital Mall, a delivery driver witnesses a man pouring gasoline from a red can onto three cars and attempting to ignite it with a lighter—only for it to fail. The driver immediately calls police, who arrive to confirm the suspicious liquid and apprehend the suspect nearby. The 34-year-old man is arrested on charges of second-degree attempted arson. While the exact damage to the vehicles remains unclear, owners were advised to thoroughly wash their cars before driving. This chilling incident underscores how everyday workers can become vital witnesses—and how close a disaster can be when a lighter doesn’t catch. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/adfb2fac41d64e09