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Suspect Killed, Officer Hurt After Vehicle Strikes Both During Surprise Foot Chase

Peoria Police are leading the investigation through the West Valley Investigative Response Team.

Overview

  • Police say the chase began around 10:30 p.m. Thursday after a domestic violence call near Reems Road and Acoma Drive.
  • An officer located the man, ordered him to stop, and pursued on foot when he ran.
  • Both were hit by a vehicle on Reems Road; the suspect, identified as 30-year-old Rudy Gaitan, died at a hospital.
  • The officer sustained serious injuries and has since been released from the hospital.
  • Investigators say the driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating.