Video Captures Chase for Man Accused of Killing Okla. Deputy

Sept. 6, 2022
Oklahoma County Sheriff's Sgt, Bobby Swartz was shot and killed as he was helping serve an eviction notice at an Oklahoma City home last month.

Authorities released body and dashboard camera footage of the chase that ensued following a fatal shooting of an Oklahoma sheriff's deputy last month.

Oklahoma County Sheriff's Sgt, Bobby Swartz was shot and killed as he was helping serve an eviction notice at an Oklahoma City home Aug. 22. Another deputy also was wounded in the initial exchange of gunfire.

The suspect, Benjamin Plank, fled the scene in a vehicle trailering a boat, according to the Oklahoma City Police Department, which is investigating the shooting. Plank allegedly had taken several guns with him, as well.

Police tried to pull over Plank, who shot at officers with a rifle during the pursuit. The officers returned fire, but no one was struck.

Finally, Plank stopped at the gate of Tinker Air Force Base, where he surrendered. He was taken to the hospital before being booked into jail on multiple charges.

"Our deepest condolences go out to the community of the Oklahoma County Sherriff’s Office as well as the families of the deputies, the department stated.

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