Vancouver Fire responds after pursuit ends in crash with Washington State Patrol cruiser

Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026

First responders transported three people to PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center following a late night pursuit and collision involving a state patrol vehicle. Photo courtesy Vancouver Fire Department

After reportedly striking spike strips, the vehicle continued at high speeds before crashing into a Washington State Patrol vehicle on I-205

The Vancouver Fire Department responded late Wednesday night to a crash involving a fleeing suspect vehicle that struck a Washington State Patrol patrol car on southbound Interstate 205 near State Route 14.

At approximately 11:39 p.m. on March 11, crews were dispatched to a law enforcement incident involving the Vancouver Police Department. Officers had located a vehicle believed to be associated with a wanted subject and attempted a high-risk stop at the Alder Creek Apartments.

The vehicle fled, leading officers on a pursuit. After reportedly striking spike strips, the vehicle continued at high speeds before crashing into a Washington State Patrol vehicle on I-205.

Firefighters from Engine 8, Engine 6 and paramedics from American Medical Response treated three patients at the scene, including one with serious injuries, one with minor injuries, and a Washington State Patrol trooper.

All patients were transported to PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center for further evaluation.

The incident remains under investigation by the Vancouver Police Department and the Washington State Patrol.

Information provided by the Vancouver Fire Department.