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Suspect Rams Cop Car, Gets Shot
Published 2 years ago
A Mesa Police Officer shot a woman during a strange incident in which the suspect followed and then began ramming the squad car with her own vehicle. The incident occurred on July 7, 2022.
The officer involved in the incident was being followed closely by a vehicle that was flashing its hazards. Sensing a strange situation, the officer drove back to headquarters and as the gate opened, the suspect vehicle rammed him and began plowing him deep into the secure facility.
The officer rolled out of the vehicle and fired on the assailant, striking he driver at least once. The suspect then bailed on the vehicle and fled on foot. The officer fired again. The suspect can be seen rolling on the ground and was soon apprehended, treated for injuries, and released into police custody.
The suspect, Taneysha Carter, was charged with Aggravated Assault and Third degree Trespass.
