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Eight police officers, including a K-9 unit, were hospitalized in Spokane, Washington, following a high-speed car chase that ended in a collision with a suspect vehicle. The incident occurred after a K-9 officer spotted a suspect vehicle related to a recent drive-by shooting and attempted to stop it. The suspects fled, leading to a pursuit that resulted in multiple crashes at an intersection in a residential neighborhood. Three suspects were arrested and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. All officers, including the police dog, are expected to recover from their injuries. The interim police chief emphasized the risks faced by patrol officers daily and the need to address the violent behavior of suspects. The pursuit lasted only two minutes but reached a high rate of speed. The incident highlights the dangers faced by law enforcement in investigating violent crimes and apprehending suspects. The community was put at risk by the actions of the suspects, who went to great lengths to escape, according to the police chief. The civilian car that pulled over narrowly avoided being involved in the collision. The police officers were treated for various injuries related to the crash.

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