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Washington woman arrested after driving on sidewalk toward child on bike

A 56-year-old woman in Spokane faces felony charges after allegedly driving onto a sidewalk toward a child on a bike, then attempting to break into a home.

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A 56-year-old woman was arrested in Spokane, Washington, after allegedly driving her vehicle onto a sidewalk in an apparent attempt to strike a child riding a bike, according to police reports.

Authorities say the incident occurred when the woman drove onto the sidewalk toward the child, who was riding what sources describe as either an e-bike or dirt bike. The child was not injured in the incident.

Following the alleged attempt to hit the child, police say the woman then tried to break into a nearby residence. Deputies indicated the woman appeared to be impaired during the incident.

The woman now faces multiple felony charges in connection with the incident. Police have not released the woman's identity or provided additional details about potential motives.

The arrest took place last week, according to law enforcement officials. The case remains under investigation by local authorities.

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