All articles tagged with #police chase
Two high-speed police pursuits are highlighted: in Arkansas, a 3-year-old climbs out of a flipped car after a pursuit, and in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, a car goes airborne during a separate chase. The piece notes the dangers of chases, with 3,336 people killed in U.S. pursuits from 2017–2022, including more than 550 bystanders, contributing to reforms like the NYPD banning high-speed chases for low-level offenses.
Eight children ages 1–14 were fatally shot across three homes in Shreveport, Louisiana. Police say the suspect—who also carjacked a nearby vehicle—was killed by officers after a chase; investigators believe he was the sole shooter and that some victims were his descendants. The incident is under investigation and described as a developing story.
A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on Mission Street near South Van Ness Avenue in San Francisco. The driver fled, but police located a matching Mercedes and detained the suspect after a short chase; a baby passenger was released. As of the latest update, no arrests had been publicly announced.
Falcons defensive end James Pearce Jr., 22, faces three felonies and one misdemeanor in Florida after an alleged Feb. 7 incident with ex-girlfriend WNBA player Rikea Jackson, including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and fleeing police; he allegedly crashed into her car, resisted commands, and eluded officers before being arrested; bond set at $20,500; Pearce was a 2025 draft pick from Tennessee with 26 tackles and 10.5 sacks as a rookie.
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.