Manhunt underway for police shooting suspect in Tacoma, WA

TACOMA, Wash. A massive manhunt is underway in Pierce County after a suspect with multiple felony warrants rammed patrol cars and drove at a deputy during a confrontation early Sunday morning. Shots were reportedly fired, however no officers were injured by gunfire.

Deputies say they found the suspect’s car crashed into a home and still running, but the man was nowhere in sight. Multiple neighbors in the area called 911 reporting a man covered in blood had approached them or broken into their homes seeking refuge from law enforcement.

The 23-year-old white male then disappeared, and investigators are now warning the public to be aware of their surroundings. Lakewood police say Skyler Cantrell is the prime suspect. He is described as being 5’11” and 225 pounds.

Authorities consider the suspect dangerous and are urging neighbors near 85th Street East to lock all doors and vehicles as the search continues.

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