CHP officer fatally struck by car while setting spike strip

August 01, 2007

EmailPrintTalk BackRegisterWhat's This CHP officer fatally struck by car while setting spike strip PLACERVILLE, Calif. — A Sacramento man ran down and killed a California Highway Patrol officer Tuesday at the end of a 30-mile, high-speed chase through Sacramento and El Dorado counties. Douglas Scott Russell, 46, a 22-year veteran of the CHP, was trying to stop David Charles Zanon by putting spikes on Highway 50. Authorities said Zanon, a 38-year-old Sacramento resident, intentionally swerved toward Russell before striking him. Full Story All News Reports Related Links Tire deflation device safety tips Remember to train on tire deflation device deployment

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