On Wednesday night, a driver in his 20s suspected of driving under the influence hit a pedestrian crossing the street near N. 105th Street and Aurora Avenue North in North Seattle.

The pedestrian is a 22 year old woman who was left with a life threatening injury.  The suspect was driving a Ford Taurus, and was left unharmed.

Police are unclear whether the pedestrian was lawfully crossing the street and using a crosswalk.  The victim was rushed to Harborview Medical Center.

If you have been charged with driving under the influence, it is important to have experienced representation on your side to guide you through this difficult time.  Contact Seattle DUI defense attorneys of Cowan Kirk Gaston Law Firm by calling 866-822-1230 today.