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Fatal Police Chase Ends in Fiery Crash on I-35 Near Valley View
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Fatal Police Chase on I-35 Near Valley View
On Monday morning, around 10 a.m., officers from the Valley View Police Department responded to a pursuit of a northbound vehicle on I-35 in Denton County. The driver, who was wanted in connection with a Plano murder investigation, allegedly opened fire on Department of Public Safety troopers who attempted a traffic stop. The suspect fled, and the chase continued into Valley View, where the vehicle collided and ignited. Law-enforcement personnel from multiple agencies surrounded the wreck, and the suspect was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials have not confirmed whether death resulted from the gunfire or the vehicle fire.
Investigation Background
Plano police indicated the homicide investigation stems from a shooting off Lakestream Drive in Plano, where a woman was found dead after being shot multiple times. The victim’s ex-boyfriend is believed to be the suspect, though his identity has not yet been released. Other family members present at the residence were unharmed. Surveillance footage captured the suspect’s car overnight, and investigators tracked it to I-35 the following morning.
Law-Enforcement Response
The Valley View Police Department confirmed that DPS troopers initially located the suspect vehicle and attempted a stop before the suspect opened fire. After the crash, agencies from the region converged on the scene, and a news helicopter documented the presence of several law-enforcement units and an extinguished grass fire. Plano police stated they are working with the medical examiner to officially confirm the suspect’s identity.
Traffic Impact and Ongoing Inquiry
The northbound lanes of I-35E were closed during the incident and reopened by 2 p.m., according to police reports. The investigation remains active, with authorities continuing to gather evidence and determine the precise cause of the suspect’s death.