16-Year-Old Driver Escapes Unharmed as Deputy Fires Shots During Pursuit in Lenawee County

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Teen Arrested after Deputy Shoots at Vehicle in Lenawee County Pursuit

LENAWEE COUNTY, Mich. — A teenager has been taken into custody following a high-speed pursuit in Lenawee County that led to a deputy firing shots at the suspect’s vehicle on Wednesday night.

According to the Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office, the incident began around 10:41 p.m. when a deputy noticed an SUV driving recklessly and at a high speed on M-50 near Billmyer Highway. The deputy attempted to pull over the vehicle, but the 16-year-old driver refused to stop and turned off their headlights.

The pursuit continued into Ridgeway Township and Macon Township, where the sheriff’s office deployed stop sticks at Holloway Road and Britton Highway in an attempt to disable the vehicle. However, the driver managed to avoid the spike strips, once again turned off their headlights, and veered off the road.

In a dangerous turn of events, the suspect then drove directly at a deputy, prompting the officer to fire two shots at the vehicle. Fortunately, the shots only struck the vehicle and not the driver.

The chase continued into Monroe County before the 16-year-old suspect finally came to a stop. The driver, who resides in Macon Township, was subsequently apprehended by law enforcement.

In light of the incident, the deputy who discharged their firearm has been placed on paid administrative leave pending an investigation, which is standard protocol in such cases.

The Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office is working diligently to gather more information about the events leading up to the pursuit and shooting. They are also examining any potential motives behind the suspect’s reckless behavior.

Local residents have expressed concern over the incident, highlighting the need for increased safety measures on the roads and stricter enforcement of traffic laws. Authorities are urging the community to remain vigilant and report any suspicious or dangerous driving behaviors they may witness.

As the investigation unfolds, the Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office is collaborating with other law enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough examination of the incident. They are committed to providing updates to the public as more details become available.

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