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RALEIGH, NC – An early morning police pursuit in Raleigh culminated in chaos as a trooper opened fire following a dramatic car chase that ended in a crash. The incident unfolded around 2:00 AM when law enforcement attempted to pull over a vehicle that was reportedly driving recklessly.
According to witnesses, the suspect fled at high speeds, prompting a multi-jurisdictional pursuit that reached several neighborhoods. The chase concluded on the intersection of Main Street and 5th Avenue when the suspect collided with another vehicle, resulting in significant damage to both cars. Eyewitnesses reported that the dramatic scene left bystanders in shock as police quickly surrounded the area.
In the midst of the chaos, a North Carolina State Trooper discharged their weapon, although details regarding the circumstances leading to the shots fired remain unclear. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported among civilians or law enforcement personnel, but the suspect was transported to a nearby hospital for evaluation.
The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has been called to conduct an independent review of the incident. Trooper involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave as per standard procedure. Local authorities urged the public to remain calm as they worked through the details of the pursuit and collision.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the suspect or the specific charges that may follow this incident. The community is left with more questions than answers as this story develops, with officials promising a thorough investigation into the events that transpired this morning.
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