Garden Grove Police Officer Critically Injured During Pursuit of Armed Suspect
A Garden Grove police officer is hospitalized in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle overnight while pursuing an armed man. The incident underscores the inherent dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty and raises questions about pedestrian and officer safety in active pursuit scenarios.
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Initial Assault and Pursuit
The incident began shortly after midnight when the Garden Grove Police Department responded to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon near the intersection of Stanford Avenue and Brookhurst Street. Upon arrival, officers encountered a male suspect allegedly involved in the assault and found him armed with a knife.
According to law enforcement officials, the suspect disregarded repeated commands to comply and attempted to flee the scene on foot. This prompted officers to initiate a pursuit.
Officer Struck by Vehicle
During the chase, a vehicle traveling on Brookhurst Street collided with one of the pursuing officers. The officer was immediately transported to a local hospital and remains in critical condition. The identity of the injured officer has not been released at this time.
“The situation unfolded rapidly, and the officer was struck unexpectedly,” a senior official stated.
Authorities have confirmed that the vehicle involved in the collision was not connected to the initial assault or the fleeing suspect. The department has not yet announced whether the driver of the vehicle will face any charges related to the incident.
Suspect Apprehended
Despite the chaos, officers successfully apprehended the armed suspect and took him into custody. His name has not been released pending further investigation. The suspect is currently being held and will face charges related to the initial assault and resisting arrest.
Ongoing Investigation
The Garden Grove Police Department is conducting a thorough investigation into both the initial assault and the collision involving the officer. Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and to gather all available evidence.
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This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
