By Shawn Henry 
A dog survived a violent police pursuit in Pierce County, Washington, after being thrown through a car’s windshield during a high-speed chase and running away from the crash scene, according to police.
The incident unfolded during a police pursuit involving a driver who was later arrested on multiple charges. As officers attempted to stop the vehicle, the chase escalated to high speeds. During the pursuit, the vehicle was involved in a crash severe enough to eject the dog through the windshield.
Despite the force of the impact, police said the dog appeared to land on its feet. Moments after being thrown from the vehicle, the animal was seen getting up and running away from the scene. The footage and details released by authorities quickly drew attention due to the unusual and unexpected outcome.
Police later confirmed that the dog survived the incident and was doing OK. No additional injuries to the animal were reported in the information released. The condition of the dog after fleeing the scene was described as stable, offering a rare positive outcome in a situation that could have easily ended differently.
@nbcnews In Pierce County, Washington, a dog seemingly landed on its feet and ran off after being ejected through the windshield of a car during a high-speed police chase. The driver was arrested on several charges and the dog is doing OK, according to police.
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The driver involved in the chase was taken into custody and arrested on several charges following the incident. Authorities did not release further details about the charges or the circumstances that led officers to initiate the pursuit. The focus of the release centered on the survival of the dog and the conclusion of the chase.
High-speed pursuits often carry significant risks for drivers, officers, passengers, and bystanders. Incidents involving unrestrained animals inside vehicles can further increase the danger, as sudden stops or collisions can lead to serious injuries. In this case, the dog’s survival stood out as an uncommon result of a high-impact crash.
The incident in Pierce County adds to a growing number of police pursuit cases that draw public attention not only for the actions of the driver, but also for the unexpected outcomes involving passengers or animals. While police emphasized that the driver was held accountable, the dog’s ability to walk away from the crash became the defining detail of the event.
Authorities have not released further updates beyond confirming the dog’s condition and the driver’s arrest.