Spokane, Washington – Deputy Injured, Five-Car Collision Reported in Pursuit

Spokane, Washington (April 30, 2020) – A deputy was injured and a five-car collision was reported in an incident involving pursuit of a suspect. According to the Spokesman-Review, a deputy was caught inside the driver’s side door got dragged for 20 feet before falling onto the road. While on the roadway, the suspect’s car drove over the deputy’s right leg with a rear tire, causing severe ankle pain. Fortunately, the deputy sustained no serious injuries and is expected to recover quickly. According to the article the pursuit ended in a five car injury crash, but there have been no further details about anyone injured in the crash.

The incident began when deputies from the Spokane County’s Sheriff’s Office was called to the 1700 block of East Coach Drive around 10:15 a.m. on Thursday morning. When police attempted to talk to the suspect, Kendall Fors, he got into a vehicle and backed out of the driveway. When the deputy walked to the car to order Fors to stop, he got caught in the door and ended up getting ran over. Fors fled the scene and eventually attempted to drive a red light between two stopped vehicles on East Sprague Avenue at Conklin Road, resulting in a crash. There, he was subdued by officers and was reported to be held in Spokane County Jail.

About Vehicle Accidents

In 2017, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)  have reported a total of 120, 993 car accidents. Of those accidents, 525 were fatal and 34, 311 were possible or suspected of injuries. There are several types of collision that may happen, such as side collision, rollover collision, and head-on collision. Of the types of car accidents, head-on collisions are considered the most dangerous due to the circumstances – two cars are heading towards each other, with a great amount of force being experienced by all parties when the impact happens. While only 2% of car accidents are head-on collisions, they account for more than 10% of car-accident related injuries. These injuries are quite dangerous as most of them are head, spine or neck-related, including spinal injuries, brain injuries, paralysis, broken bones, and whiplash. Similarly, victims of side collisions and rollover collisions also suffer may also suffer head and neck injuries, though the risk is lower in these types of collisions. In rollover collisions, the car will come to rest on its side or roof, resulting in a dangerous situation which passengers might need to be extricated from. In side collisions, the greatest risk comes to the passenger on the particular side that received the impact. No matter the type of accident, all crashes are bound to cause a dreadful situation for all involved.

We urge all drivers to be careful while behind the wheel. When in a location where hazards such as poor illumination, rough roads or construction materials are present, be especially cautious. By doing this, we can ensure our safety as well as the safety of others in the nearby area.

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