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RALEIGH, NC – A dramatic police pursuit turned violent on the streets of Raleigh on Wednesday afternoon, as a State Trooper fired shots following a chase that ended in a crash. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the trooper chase a white sedan that was driving erratically before it collided with a parked vehicle near the intersection of Capital Boulevard and New Hope Road.
The incident unfolded around 3:30 PM when officers attempted to pull over the vehicle for a traffic violation. Instead of yielding, the driver sped away, igniting a high-speed pursuit through various neighborhoods of Raleigh. Witnesses reported the vehicle weaving in and out of traffic, while officers maintained a safe distance during the chase.
Upon reaching a busy intersection, the suspect lost control and crashed into a parked car. That is when, according to officials, the trooper exited his vehicle and fired several shots toward the suspect. The circumstances surrounding the gunfire are under investigation, and it remains unclear whether the suspect was armed.
No injuries have been reported from the shooting, but the driver of the white sedan was taken into custody and transported to a local hospital for evaluation. Investigators are reviewing both body camera footage and video from bystanders to get a clearer picture of the events.
The Raleigh Police Department has confirmed that they are working alongside state authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the trooper’s actions. This incident marks another chapter in the ongoing conversation about police pursuits and the use of force. Community members are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates as the investigation unfolds.
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