Suspect Shot and Killed After Pursuit
INCIDENT DATE/TIME: 7-15-24 / 2:58 P.M
LOCATION: 260th and 70th street
AREA/CITY: Graham
DETAILS:
- Pierce County Sheriff’s deputies attempted to contact a man in a vehicle; while trying to make contact, the suspect fled the scene, striking one officer who sustained minor injuries
- The officers pursued the vehicle eastbound on 260th until they reached the intersection of 70th and 260th, where the suspect stopped the car and attempted to flee to a nearby house.
- A shootout occurred while the suspect was attempting to flee; no officers were hit, although the suspect was shot and killed on the scene.
HANDLING AGENCIES: Pierce County Sheriff, Washington State Patrol, Graham Fire, Central Pierce Fire