A Mecklenburg County deputy suffered injuries following a high-speed incident on Interstate 85 near northeast Charlotte. The event, which took place last Saturday around 6 p.m., involved another vehicle whose driver, now being sought by law enforcement, fled the scene after causing a collision, as reported by WBTV.
During what seemed to be a routine traffic stop conducted by the deputy, a vehicle reportedly passed by "at a high rate of speed" and then, in an effort to evade, slammed on their brakes, ultimately striking another car. This led to a precarious situation whereupon the deputy had to instantly swerve, an action which resulted in the patrol vehicle becoming airborne, as confirmed by The Charlotte Observer. The deputy emerged with non-life-threatening injuries but is expected to undergo surgery for recovery.
Details on the deputy's identity or the specific nature of their injuries haven't been released to the public. Confirmation of the incident has come from The Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office, which is actively searching for the individual responsible for the incident. The deputy, while attempting to stop the aforementioned speeding driver, had to take evasive actions that resulted in their patrol car's unexpected launch into the air.
The sheriff’s office has described the injury as non-life-threatening, and they expect a full recovery for the deputy post-surgery. The statement obtained by WCCB Charlotte emphasized the ongoing investigation aimed to swiftly locate the suspect. Community members with any information that could aid in the search are encouraged to reach out to the authorities.
The investigation into this case continues as the sheriff's office asks for the public's assistance in bringing the elusive driver to justice.
