Pursuit Ends in Officer-Involved Shooting at Newport Beach Pier

Chase Begins After Homicide Suspect Spotted

A driver who led police on a high-speed chase that ended at the Newport Beach Pier died following an officer-involved shooting, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The pursuit began shortly after 6 a.m. Saturday, when the department was called to assist another agency in apprehending a person wanted in connection with a homicide.

Pursuit Ends at Newport Beach Pier

Officers located the suspect in a car and attempted to approach the driver, but the individual refused to stop, leading to a high-speed chase. The chase ended at the end of the Newport Beach Pier, where gunfire erupted. The Santa Ana Police Department did not disclose whether officers or the suspect fired their weapon, but stated that an “officer-involved shooting occurred.”

Suspect Dies at Scene

The individual, whose name was not released, wanted in the pursuit died at the scene. A firearm was recovered at the scene, and no officers were harmed in the incident.

Investigation Ongoing

The Santa Ana Police Department is investigating the incident, including the circumstances surrounding the officer-involved shooting. More details about the homicide investigation the suspect was linked to were not available.

Community Remains Safe

The Newport Beach Pier was closed for several hours following the incident, but the community was not put in harm’s way. The Santa Ana Police Department worked closely with the Newport Beach Police Department to ensure the safety of everyone involved.

Conclusion

The incident serves as a reminder of the risks that law enforcement officers face every day, and the importance of their work in keeping our communities safe. The Santa Ana Police Department will continue to investigate the incident and provide updates as more information becomes available.

FAQs

* What happened during the pursuit?
+ The suspect led police on a high-speed chase that ended at the Newport Beach Pier, where an officer-involved shooting occurred.
* Who was involved in the incident?
+ The suspect, whose name was not released, and Santa Ana Police Department officers.
* Were any officers harmed?
+ No, no officers were harmed in the incident.
* What was the suspect wanted for?
+ The suspect was wanted in connection with a homicide investigation.
* Is the investigation ongoing?
+ Yes, the Santa Ana Police Department is investigating the incident, including the circumstances surrounding the officer-involved shooting.