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Suspect Arrested After Shoving Trooper and Stealing Washington State Patrol Car on I-5

Officials report the lieutenant was uninjured, with a review of additional charges underway.

Overview

  • The confrontation began around noon on Christmas near Northgate Way, where a trooper stopped to check on a pedestrian on I-5.
  • Video published by TMZ shows the man pulling the lieutenant from the marked cruiser and driving off.
  • The Washington State Patrol requested help and Seattle police joined a northbound pursuit that ended on southbound I-5 in Lynnwood with a PIT maneuver.
  • The suspect was arrested at the scene, and authorities reported no serious injuries.
  • WSP said the lieutenant will not face reprimand as investigators review evidence and potential additional charges, and previously blocked HOV and left lanes have reopened.