Ben Franklin Transit is deeply saddened by the violent loss of Shawn Yim, King County Metro Driver, who was killed in the line of duty. Ben Franklin Transit mourns with King County Metro and Yim’s family. BFT Union Stewards, as well as Chief Executive Officer Thomas Drozt and Director of Transit Operations Michael Brown will attend a memorial in Yim’s honor.
A bus procession through downtown Seattle will take place to honor Yim's memory and raise awareness about the need for enhanced safety for transit workers, followed by the memorial service which will be held today at the Lumen Field Event Center in Seattle.