 Officer Douglas "Scott" Russell, ID 11619
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Struck and Killed
by Driver Involved in Pursuit
The CHP family mourns the loss of CHP Officer Douglas “Scott” Russell, I.D. 11619, who died July 31, 2007, after being hit by a car that was being pursued on Highway 50 near Shingle Springs, Calif.
Russell had just deployed a spike strip on the roadway to try and stop the suspect’s vehicle. The suspect, David Charles Zanon, 38, had led officers on a long pursuit starting in Rancho Cordova, reaching speeds close to 100 mph. The driver swerved toward Russell and struck him, causing fatal injuries. The suspect fled the scene and was apprehended shortly after.
CHP’s H24 arrived within two minutes and transported him to UC Davis Medical Center, where he died from his injuries a short time later.
Russell, 46, was a CHP officer for 22 years. He worked in the Placerville Area since 2000, and was well-liked. Known as a consummate professional, he was admired for his dedication and high personal standards. He will be sorely missed.
Officer Russell is survived by his wife, Lynn.
Funeral: Monday, August 6, 2007
11:00 a.m.
Adventure Christian Church
6401 Stanford Ranch Rd.
Roseville, CA 95678
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