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Tampa, FL (May 28, 2020) - A deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office suffered serious injuries after he was struck by a vehicle while chasing a suspect on Thursday. The crash occurred just after 9:30 a.m. at the intersection on North Florida and West Fletcher Avenue.
According to reports, 59-year-old Leonard Stoll spotted two teenagers accused of shoplifting. As Stoll attempted to apprehend the suspects, they ran away. Stoll then began a foot pursuit. When he reached the intersection of North Florida and West Fletcher he was hit by a passing vehicle. Stoll sustained serious injuries as a result of the accident. He was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The vehicle driver remained at the scene and cooperated with police. Police have ruled out speed and impairment as factors in the crash.
An investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information should call the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office at (813) 247-8200.
We are saddened to hear of this officer-involved pedestrian crash in Tampa.
Law enforcement officers and other first responders are at a high risk of being injured in traffic crashes. These groups are frequently on the roadway and come into close and frequent contact with motorists. This allows more opportunities to be injured due to the negligence of another motorist.
Our thoughts are with the injured deputy and we hope for his complete and speedy recovery.
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