Pierce County Deputies Shoot Man Shooting Rifle from Vehicle

Breaking News: Man Allegedly Fires Rifle from Vehicle, Shot by Pierce County Deputies

December 20, 2023

By KOMO News

Pierce County, WA –

In a dramatic incident on Tuesday evening, Pierce County deputies shot a man who was allegedly driving in the middle of the road and firing his rifle out of the window. The incident took place in Pierce County, Washington, leaving residents shocked and frightened.

The incident came to light when a tweet from KOMO News (@komonews) alerted the public to the dangerous situation. The tweet included a link to a video that showed the chaotic scene unfold.

According to witnesses, the man was driving erratically, swerving across lanes and endangering other drivers. Witnesses reported seeing him randomly firing his rifle out of the window, creating a terrifying situation for those nearby.

Pierce County deputies responded to multiple calls reporting the man’s dangerous behavior. When they arrived at the scene, they attempted to pull the suspect over and bring the situation under control. However, the suspect refused to comply with their commands and continued to drive recklessly.

Realizing the severity of the situation and the imminent danger faced by the public, the deputies made the difficult decision to use lethal force. They fired at the suspect, hitting him multiple times and bringing the chaotic incident to an end.

Emergency medical services were immediately called to the scene to provide medical assistance to the injured suspect. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where his condition remains unknown at this time.

The deputies involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave, pending an investigation into the incident. The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a thorough review to determine whether the use of force was justified.

Residents of Pierce County are relieved that the incident was quickly brought under control, but many are left shaken by the events of that evening. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face on a daily basis and the difficult decisions they sometimes have to make to protect the public.

Authorities have not released the identity of the suspect or the charges he may face. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.

As this incident continues to unfold, the community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the local authorities. Pierce County deputies and law enforcement officers across the country work tirelessly to keep communities safe, and their efforts should be commended.

KOMO News will continue to provide updates on this story as more information becomes available.

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Pierce County deputies shot a man who was allegedly driving in the middle of the road shooting his rifle out of the window on Tuesday evening: https://t.co/JTOpv0C5ZI

— KOMO News (@komonews) December 20, 2023

Source

@komonews said Pierce County deputies shot a man who was allegedly driving in the middle of the road shooting his rifle out of the window on Tuesday evening: komonews.com/news/local/pie…