Street racers block roads and even interstates to keep police away while they tear around and perform stunts, often captured on videos that go viral. Experts say TV shows and movies glorifying street racing had already fueled interest in recent years. “Illegal street racing puts lives at risk and keeps us up at night,” said New York state Sen. Brad Hoylman. Street racing in an industrial neighborhood of Portland, Oregon, scares people who work there. Ray Propes, 58, started street racing when he was 16 but now prefers Bandimere Speedway for its traction and safety.

Source: ABC News May 13, 2021 05:27 UTC