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Boeing security guard hit during police chase remains in hospital

Apr 27, 2018, 9:35 AM | Updated: 9:41 am

The Boeing security guard hit by a man driving through the company’s Renton plant as he fled police earlier this month is still in the hospital.

The security guard, a military veteran, was originally in critical condition at Harborview. He has since improved to serious condition.

KIRO 7 reports the security guard, 40, has traumatic spinal and head injuries.

Meanwhile, Peter Phommosak pleaded not guilty Wednesday to multiple charges, including vehicular assault. His next court date is May 10.

The chase

KIRO 7 reports the pursuit on April 9 began when the suspect reportedly assaulted an employee at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park. The suspect fled in a vehicle.

The chase ended when the suspect crashed through a gate located at Logan Avenue North and North Sixth Street.

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