Officials: Man tried to ram City Hall with truck

William Jackson's Beverage King in Kennedy Heights has been closed for about two years. Police say that Jackson believed the city was impeding the sale of his business.

After Jackson was told he would not be able to see the mayor Wednesday, officials said he took drastic action Thursday.

Jackson allegedly drove his Ford F150 over the Plum Street curb at 10 a.m. Thursday and towards the eastern entrance of City Hall. The truck was stopped on the lowest step.

Jackson, 37, of Bellevue was arrested.

A counselor that responded to the scene performed a mental health evaluation and determined that Jackson did not need to be hospitalized, police said.

Jackson was charged with inducing panic, a misdemeanor. His truck was towed and impounded and his dog was taken to the SPCA, officials said.

Assistant city manager Bill Moller is reviewing physical security of the City Hall perimeter.