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Suspect Flees in Handcuffs During Traffic Stop

Thursday, July 9, 2026

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A Tacoma traffic stop turned into an unusual incident when a suspect fled while in handcuffs, according to Pierce County Sheriff's Office records.

The incident occurred on July 9, 2026, during a routine traffic stop. The suspect was initially secured by officers but managed to escape while being processed.

The Sheriff's Office reported the incident in their official blotter, noting the unexpected nature of the suspect's escape during custody.

📄 Source: Pierce County Sheriff Blotter — https://blog.piercecountywa.gov/pcsdblotter/2026/07/03/suspect-flees-in-handcuffs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=suspect-flees-in-handcuffs

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A Tacoma traffic stop turned into an unusual incidentNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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A suspect fled while in handcuffs according to Pierce County Sheriff's Office records“as the suspect is being searched, incident to arrest, he breaks free from the deputy and flees on foot with handcuffs on.”
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The incident occurred on July 9, 2026No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The incident occurred during a routine traffic stop“On July 1st around 2:45am, deputies spotted a vehicle traveling at approximately 70 mph on Steele St. S. Deputies caught up to it at a traffic light and decided to conduct a traffic stop in the 9500 block of Steele St. S for the reckless speed.”
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The suspect was initially secured by officersNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The suspect managed to escape while being processedNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Sheriff's Office reported the incident in their official blotterNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Sheriff's Office noted the unexpected nature of the suspect's escape during custodyNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.