Investigation underway after Federal Way police officer kills carjacking suspect

An investigation is underway after a Federal Way police officer shot and killed an armed carjacking suspect Friday morning.

Officers received reports that a person was passed out behind the wheel of a car that was blocking the road, according to KIRO 7.

When police arrived, they learned the car was stolen.

Officers woke up the driver, who took off running, KIRO 7 reported.

The man then allegedly tried to carjack someone who was driving by. An officer fired their gun and hit the armed suspect.

The suspect was taken to the hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Federal Way officer placed on administrative leave

According to KIRO 7, the officer was placed on administrative leave per department policy.

The Valley Independent Investigation Team is currently looking into the incident.

Contributing: KIRO 7

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