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Watch: Wash. deputy uses grappler device to bring fleeing vehicle to a stop

After the grappler was deployed, the vehicle crashed into a tree; the suspect attempted to flee but was apprehended with the help of a Thurston County Sheriff’s Office’s K-9

By Joanna Putman
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THURSTON COUNTY, Wash. — A high-speed pursuit involving a stolen vehicle ended in the arrest of a suspect after deputies used a grappler device, according to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office.

The Nov. 7 incident began when deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, according to the sheriff’s office. The driver fled, reaching speeds of 100 mph and frequently crossing into oncoming traffic, video shows.

A TCSO sergeant deployed a Grappler device, a tool used to disable fleeing vehicles, which caused the vehicle to swerve through a chain link fence before colliding with a tree.

The driver then attempted to escape on foot, ignoring commands, but was quickly apprehended by K-9 Mac and deputies, video shows. A subsequent search of the vehicle uncovered a handgun and a substance believed to be methamphetamine, the sheriff’s office said

The driver, who had an outstanding warrant for felony assault along with additional warrants for a hit-and-run and reckless driving, has been booked into the TCSO jail on charges including attempting to elude, possession of a stolen vehicle, unlawful firearm possession by a convicted felon, driving with a suspended license and resisting arrest, according to the sheriff’s office.

TCSO commended deputies for their efforts in apprehending the suspect and removing a weapon from the streets.

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