TACOMA, Washington — A Pierce County Sheriff’s deputy was fatally shot just after 11:30 p.m. on Sunday January 7, 2018, by an unidentified suspect as the deputy was responding to a 911 call reporting an intruder at a residence on 200th St. E. in the Frederickson area. During the 911 call, dispatchers could hear screaming and a scuffle taking place.
The deputy arrived on scene and became involved in a foot pursuit with an unidentified black male suspect, during which shots were fired and the deputy was struck; the suspect fled the area on foot.
A large area of containment was set up in the area of 200th St. E. as the suspect was being searched for by K9 units.
Officials say two suspects were involved in the home invasion; a white male suspect was found deceased at the scene, an unidentified male suspect fled on foot and has not been located.
The at large suspect is an nidentified male, mixed race or white, tall, thin, curly dark hair in ponytail, large pointy nose, pock marks on right side of face; wearing dark hooded sweatshirt, black beanie. Call in tips to 855-798-8477.
Deputy Daniel McCartney was 34 years old, married and a father of three young boys.
Pierce Co Sheriff’s Deputy Daniel McCartney #484
EOW 1/8/18
34 yrs old, survived by wife & 3 young sons#PCSD since 2014, previously Hoquiam PD officer, Navy veteranDeputy, Father, Husband, Son, Friend, Brother. Hero.
We are heartbroken but steadfast in our pursuit of justice. pic.twitter.com/jX4UU9hvm5
— Pierce Co Sheriff (@PierceSheriff) January 8, 2018
