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Washington County Sheriff's Deputy Shoots, Kills Driver Trying to Hit Him with Car, Sheriff Says

The suspect, wanted for questioning in an assault and alleged vehicle theft, was shot after driving his crashed vehicle directly at a deputy, officials said.

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A deputy in Washington County, Missouri, shot a driver after a vehicle chase. The sheriff said the suspect drove at the deputy, who fired in response.

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Washington County, Mo., deputy shoots, kills suspect who 'drove directly' at him, sheriff says

The shooting took place Wednesday after the suspect crashed into a tree after a vehicle pursuit initiated by the deputy trying to question him about the assault of the suspect's girlfriend.

·St. Louis, United States
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Washington County sheriff's deputy shoots, kills driver trying to hit him with car, sheriff says

A deputy in Washington County, Missouri, shot a driver after a vehicle chase. The sheriff said the suspect drove at the deputy, who fired in response.

·St. Louis, United States
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KSDK broke the news in St. Louis, United States on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
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