West Seattle Blog… | UPDATE: Police break up street racer takeover at West Marginal

00:35: Some asked about a recent large police operation in the area of ​​West Marginal Way near the South Bridge at 1st Avenue, following a street racer takeover after the racers met at the intersection of 2nd and Michigan.

(Attached: reader video of the resulting traffic disruption)
Police also headed in that direction, and the crowd dispersed, reportedly mostly heading south on 509. After the crowd disperses, officers return to their previous duties — according to one directive, this includes alcohol patrol.

00:41: Now an occupation by cars and bystanders is reported on the northbound 1st Ave. S. Bridge — who again dispersed as soon as police came into sight, this time reportedly traveling southbound on the East Marginal.