Bowling Green Man Charged After Alleged Parking Lot Stunt
A 55-year-old Bowling Green man, Christopher Bivens, has been charged with offenses including first-degree wanton endangerment and operating under the influence after allegedly performing 'donuts' in a Wawa parking lot on Gunnison Trail, nearly hitting pedestrians and damaging a tree.
Bowling Green, KY, October 9, 2026 — A 55-year-old man from Bowling Green, identified as Christopher Bivens, faces charges including first-degree wanton endangerment and operating under the influence. The charges stem from an incident that allegedly occurred in the Wawa parking lot located on Gunnison Trail.
According to reports, Bivens was allegedly performing vehicle stunts, commonly known as ‘donuts,’ within the parking lot. This maneuver is described as a dangerous driving action that involves spinning a vehicle in a tight circle. During the alleged incident, Bivens’ actions reportedly put pedestrians in close proximity to harm, with reports indicating he nearly struck several individuals.
In addition to the endangerment of pedestrians, the vehicle’s movement also resulted in damage to a tree located within the parking lot area. The specific extent of the tree damage was not detailed.
The offenses for which Christopher Bivens has been charged include first-degree wanton endangerment, which implies a substantial risk of death or serious physical injury to another person. He also faces a charge for operating under the influence, indicating the presence of alcohol or drugs while driving. The timeline of the incident and the specific date were not provided in the available information. Further details regarding the outcomes of the charges or subsequent legal proceedings were also not disclosed.
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