All articles tagged with #police chase
A man led police on multiple high-speed pursuits in Bucks County after stealing a U-Haul, striking several vehicles, and crashing into multiple cars before being arrested; he faces numerous felony charges.
A suspect was taken into custody after pushing a WSP lieutenant to the ground and stealing her vehicle near Northgate, Seattle, leading to a police chase and PIT maneuver in Lynnwood; no injuries reported.
A speeding car fleeing police in Tampa's Ybor City crashed into pedestrians outside a bar, killing four and injuring eleven, raising concerns over police pursuit policies.
A police chase in Tampa, Florida, ended with the suspect crashing into a popular LGBTQ bar, resulting in four deaths and 13 injuries. The chase was initiated due to reckless driving, and despite an unsuccessful PIT maneuver, the suspect lost control and caused a tragic accident. The incident has prompted ongoing investigations, with no evidence suggesting targeted actions against specific individuals or businesses.
A 21-year-old man, Steven David Rustrian, was identified as the shooter who fatally shot Miami-Dade Deputy Devin Jaramillo during a traffic incident before killing himself. Rustrian, possibly connected to a police chase in New York, engaged in a physical altercation with the deputy, grabbed his gun, and shot him. He then fled and committed suicide at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.
A speeding driver involved in a street race in Tampa, Florida, crashed into a crowd outside a bar after police attempted to pull him over, resulting in at least four deaths and 11 injuries.
Dallas Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland died by suicide at age 24 following a police chase and concerns about his mental health, with his family and teammates expressing grief and support.
Police in Westminster, Colorado, are searching for a woman suspected of kidnapping another woman at gunpoint and leading police on a vehicle chase before abandoning her car; the kidnapped woman was found safe, and the incident appears to be an isolated event involving individuals who know each other.
A tragic car crash in East Oakland resulted in the death of beloved teacher Marvin Boomer during a police chase involving a suspect fleeing from CHP, sparking community grief, petitions for traffic safety improvements, and debates over police pursuit policies.
A 12-year-old boy in Washington state stole his grandfather's car and drove 160 miles before being apprehended by police. The boy, who had a connection to a town in Grant County, led deputies on a short pursuit that ended with a PIT maneuver. He is now in custody at the Chelan County Juvenile Justice Center, facing charges of possession of a stolen vehicle and felony eluding.
A pregnant 18-year-old lost her fetus after being shot by a Milwaukee police officer during a chase involving a stolen SUV linked to carjackings. A 17-year-old was also wounded. The incident occurred when the SUV, carrying six people, became trapped in a construction zone and struck a police vehicle. The officer who fired is on administrative duty, and an investigation is ongoing. The shooting has sparked concerns about youth violence and the rise in carjackings in Milwaukee.
Former NBA player Delonte West was arrested in Fairfax County, Virginia, after fleeing police who were serving a warrant for violating terms of release. West, who was found unresponsive, required two doses of Narcan for a suspected opioid overdose. He has been charged with resisting arrest and is being held on a $2,000 bond. West, diagnosed with bipolar disorder, has struggled with substance abuse and legal issues since his NBA career ended in 2012.
Jared Ravizza, suspected of a multi-state stabbing spree, was tracked and apprehended after a high-speed chase in Massachusetts. He allegedly attacked six people in a movie theater and a McDonald's, and is also a suspect in a Connecticut murder. Ravizza pleaded not guilty to multiple assault charges and faces additional charges for the attacks.
Michigan State Police Detective Sgt. Brian Keely has been charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter after allegedly striking and killing 25-year-old Samuel Sterling with a police SUV during a chase. The incident occurred on April 17, and Keely's actions were deemed grossly negligent by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Keely is set to be arraigned in Kentwood's 62-B District Court, though no date has been set.
Jared Ravizza, accused of stabbing six people in Massachusetts, appeared in court and was ordered to undergo a mental health evaluation. He faces multiple charges, including assault with intent to murder. Ravizza is also a suspect in a deadly stabbing in Connecticut.