Suspect Runs Over Ventura County Deputy

Ventura, CA – The Ventura County Sheriff's Office (VCSO) is actively searching for a suspect involved in a hit-and-run incident that left one of its deputies injured on Tuesday night. The incident occurred when the deputy initiated a traffic stop on a driver with an unspecified warrant at the intersection of North Ventura Avenue and Kellogg Street in Ventura. During the traffic stop, an altercation ensued, leading the suspect to run over the deputy. The deputy sustained injuries to her legs and was promptly transported to a local hospital for treatment. While the full extent of her injuries remains unclear, authorities have indicated that she is expected to survive the ordeal. The VCSO has not yet located the suspect, and details regarding the individual or the vehicle involved in the incident have not been released. The department is urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward and assist in the investigation. As the search continues, the incident has raised concerns about the safety of law enforcement officers during routine traffic stops. The VCSO is committed to ensuring the safety of its personnel and the community as they work to apprehend the suspect responsible for this violent act.