Suspicious vehicle contact - May 8, 2023

On May 8, deputies contacted a suspicious vehicle in the 3400 block of 132nd ST SW in Lynnwood. The driver was initially cooperative, however the vehicle did not have license plates. After checking the vin, deputies confirmed the vehicle was stolen in Snohomish County on May 5. They ordered the suspect to step out of the vehicle and he refused. Deputy Sanchez attempted to physically remove the suspect from the vehicle, however the suspect fought back, injuring Deputy Sanchez’s right hand. The suspect fled the scene at a high rate of speed. Due to the current WA state pursuit law, deputies were not allowed to pursue the vehicle when it fled. Deputies identified the suspect as a 34-year-old male and referred charges for possession of a stolen vehicle and eluding.