Dangerous drivers could hurt someone | Letter to the Editor

Vashon has a reputation for civility, but it certainly does not apply to the roads. There are some dangerous, aggressive drivers on Vashon. I have run thousands of miles all over the United States but have encountered more dangerous driving in two years on Vashon than the last 25 years of running on the roads. I have had five near misses in the last year alone.

January 10, 2012 2:23 pm

Vashon has a reputation for civility, but it certainly does not apply to the roads. There are some dangerous, aggressive drivers on Vashon. I have run thousands of miles all over the United States but have encountered more dangerous driving in two years on Vashon than the last 25 years of running on the roads. I have had five near misses in the last year alone.

Pedestrians, take care. These bad drivers seem to be mostly indulging their aggression on the southwest of the Island (Cemetery, Westside Highway, Old Mill, Wax Orchard, 220th). After nearly hitting me, two drivers even shouted insults.

Dangerous drivers, hurting or killing someone will ruin your life. You will go to jail. You will be ruined financially. You do not own these roads. I’m not going to nit-pick the law with you. Your lawyer can do that in court when you are being prosecuted for vehicular manslaughter. Stop your aggressive driving before you hurt or kill someone.

 

— Mike Shepherd