Missouri murder suspect opens fire during PIT

This footage, provided by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, shows law enforcement in pursuit of a murder suspect. Shortly before, a call to 911 reported that a 65-year-old female and 35-year-old male had been shot by the suspect. A multi-agency team located the suspect, and a chase and gunfire ensued, culminating with the suspect taking his own life. While not especially graphic, this video necessitates viewer discretion due to subject matter. The suspect, identified as Steven Swanson, 32 years of age, was found driving a blue Ford Bronco when police caught up to him. The 65-year-old 911 caller had been severely injured, and the other victim- her grandson- had been killed. Because of the high risk Swanson posed to both the public and officers, spike strips and a PIT maneuver (described in the report as a Tactical Vehicle Intervention or TVI) were used to interdict Swanson's vehicle. However, Swanson opened fire during the takedown before succumbing to a self-inflicted gunshot. Several bullet holes are visible in the State Trooper vehicle. Fortunately, no other persons were injured, although the trooper suffered injuries from glass shards.