On March 12, 2023, at approximately 3:37 a.m., Longview Police Department was notified that White Oak Police Department was in an active vehicle pursuit that was entering the Longview city limits. During that pursuit, a Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper became involved. The pursuit ended near the intersection of West Loop 281 and State Highway 31.
Shots were exchanged and the suspect was struck sustaining life-threatening injuries. First aid was administered at the scene by officers and EMS was summoned to the scene. The suspect was then transported to a local hospital for treatment. Involving agencies include the Longview Police Department, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and the White Oak Police Department.
The officers involved were not injured. This is an ongoing investigation being conducted by the Texas DPS Rangers.