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| Name | Police push back on state's 'frustrating' pursuit law |
| Video Uploader | Video From KING 5 Seattle |
| Upload Date | This Video Uploaded At 24-09-2022 00:40:04 |
| Video Discription | Last year's passage of House Bill 1054 restricts when police can pursue a suspect in a vehicle. With the law in place, police have approached suspected criminals who then speed away knowing there's nothing the police can do. According to authorities, it is an all too common occurrence. "It's frustrating for our officers," says Marysville Police Chief Erik Scairpon. "It's also frustrating for the community." They can only chase someone if there is probable cause to believe the person is either impaired, an escaped felon or has committed a violent or sexual crime. Law enforcement from across Washington launched a public relations offensive aimed at the state's law. The five-minute video was produced by the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office. In the video, Sheriff Adam Fortney voiced his concerns. "Public safety decreases as criminals become more brazen, knowing police cannot pursue them to enforce the law," Fortney said. The video uses body camera footage showing suspects speeding away from officers, sometimes crashing into innocent bystanders. READ THE FULL STORY: https://www.king5.com/article/news/crime/washington-law-enforcement-pursuit-law/281-b686c8f9-bbf2-444f-8ce0-5a63881688aa Skg8A231AHA |
| Category | News & Politics |
| Tags | crime | local | news |
