All articles tagged with #high speed pursuit
A high-speed chase in Southern California ended when an off-duty sheriff's deputy intervened and stopped a motorcyclist wanted for the killing of a fellow deputy, Andrew Nunez, who was shot and killed responding to a threat. The suspect, reaching speeds over 150 mph, was injured in the crash and is expected to be charged with murder after hospital treatment.
A San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy, Andrew Nunez, was fatally shot while responding to a call, and a suspect was deliberately knocked off a motorcycle during a high-speed chase on the 210 Freeway, resulting in a crash and the suspect's hospitalization. The incident highlights ongoing dangers faced by law enforcement and efforts to bring the suspect to justice.
The Florida Highway Patrol has reintroduced the Ford Mustang into its fleet for the first time since the 1990s, using the V8-powered GT model to enhance high-speed patrol capabilities and diversify its lineup of law enforcement vehicles.
The driver of an allegedly stolen car led Los Angeles police on a high-speed pursuit through the San Fernando Valley, reaching speeds over 120 mph with the headlights off before being apprehended in the Sylmar area, while a second passenger remains at large.
A dangerous high-speed pursuit on Southern California freeways ended in a dramatic crash when a suspect, wanted for stealing a vehicle, lost control of his car on the 405 Freeway after hitting multiple vehicles. The pursuit, which reached speeds of 100 miles per hour, resulted in the suspect's vehicle crashing into the sound wall and center dividers before coming to a stop. The suspect, surrounded by police with guns drawn, surrendered and was taken into custody, causing a massive traffic backup on the southbound 405 Freeway.
Two suspects were arrested in Los Angeles after a high-speed chase on Friday, with authorities pursuing them on the 105 Freeway. The suspects, wanted in connection with a shooting and armed robbery, drove recklessly, including on the wrong side of the road, before being apprehended near Crenshaw and Hyde Park boulevards.
Omaha Police responded to a convenience store robbery at a Kwik Shop in northwest Omaha, which led to a high-speed pursuit through several neighborhoods. The suspect's vehicle was eventually stopped and the driver was taken into custody.
An off-duty deputy from Polk County, Florida, was arrested after allegedly fleeing law enforcement at speeds up to 130 mph. The deputy, identified as Jakob Kite, was initially clocked going 85 mph over the speed limit while fleeing his colleagues who were attempting to pull him over. He refused to stop for deputies and drove through multiple zones at high speeds. After several attempts to get him to pull over, a deputy disabled his vehicle and Kite was taken into custody. He was charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, reckless driving, and DUI. Kite resigned from his position with the Polk County Sheriff's Office following the incident.
Three suspects have been arrested after a high-speed pursuit that spanned multiple counties in Southern California. The chase began in Sylmar and involved the LAPD and the California Highway Patrol. The suspects, driving a dark-colored Mercedes Benz, weaved through traffic on the 210 Freeway, reaching speeds over 100 miles per hour. The pursuit eventually ended in Muscoy when CHP deployed a PIT maneuver to disable the vehicle. All three suspects were taken into custody.
Police in South Bend are searching for a suspect who led them on a high-speed pursuit before crashing their red Kia. The suspect fled on foot towards the river, prompting a search operation involving SWAT vehicles, K-9 units, and drones.
A 20-year-old burglary suspect in Vermont is facing charges after leading police on a high-speed chase and crashing into two police cruisers, resulting in the death of a 19-year-old officer and injuries to two others. The suspect, Tate Rheaume, is charged with grossly negligent operation and attempting to elude with death resulting. Additional charges may be filed. The officer, Jessica Ebbighausen, was killed when the suspect's truck collided head-on with her cruiser. The suspect and the other injured officers were taken to the hospital, with Rheaume listed in serious but stable condition. Ebbighausen's body was escorted in a procession back to Rutland, where she served as a part-time officer since May.
A high-speed pursuit in Pasadena ended in a deadly crash when the suspect's vehicle collided with two other vehicles, killing the suspect and injuring four others. The pursuit began when officers noticed the suspect's vehicle driving without lights and unable to maintain its lane. Alcohol is believed to have been a factor in the crash. Authorities advise drivers to always be vigilant and observant of their surroundings to avoid pursuit-related crashes. The investigation is ongoing, and the entrance ramp to the southbound span of the 110 Freeway remains closed.
A man wanted for reckless driving and considered armed and dangerous was arrested after a high-speed pursuit through Los Angeles County. The driver was seen weaving in and out of heavy traffic at speeds over 100 mph before exiting the freeway and continuing to speed through surface streets. The suspect eventually pulled over and surrendered to police after running through a neighborhood.
Two California Highway Patrol cars slammed into a La Puente home during a high-speed pursuit of a motorcyclist. The patrol cars lost control and crashed into the front area of a home, causing heavy damage to the vehicles and property. No injuries were reported, and the motorcyclist was eventually located and taken into custody.