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Ex-Cop Dies in Fiery Standoff After Double Homicide and Kidnapping

Elias Huizar's violent confrontation with Oregon State Police ends with his death and the safe recovery of his abducted son.

Overview

  • Elias Huizar, a former Yakima officer, was wanted for killing his ex-wife and girlfriend in Washington.
  • An Amber Alert was issued for Huizar's 1-year-old son, leading to a high-speed chase on Interstate 5.
  • Dashcam and body camera footage show Huizar shooting at police before crashing his vehicle.
  • Huizar died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound; his son was found unharmed.
  • The Linn County District Attorney deemed the police use of force legally justified.