The Sonoma Sheriff’s Office recounted a chase through several towns that ended with a man wanted on a felony warrant attempting a watery escape before being apprehended. Brandon Wallace, 42, initiated a pursuit with law enforcement after deputies identified his SUV. Wallace was wanted for allegations, including domestic violence and terrorist threats. The pursuit saw Wallace leading law enforcement through a considerable swath of Sonoma County, employing dangerous maneuvers that put innocent people at risk.
According to
Sonoma Sheriff’s Facebook post
, Tuesday’s incident escalated as Wallace managed to avoid apprehension despite PIT maneuvers and spike strips. Adding to the officers’ challenges, Wallace brandished what appeared to be a black pistol when surrounded, only to continue the chase by ramming a patrol car.
Ultimately, Wallace attempted to evade officers by driving into the Petaluma River. Abandoning his sinking vehicle, he tried first to commandeer a boat and then resorted to paddling out with a kayak. The standoff continued with Wallace resisting negotiation and treading water for nearly two hours.
A collective effort from several law enforcement agencies and the Petaluma Fire Department culminated in Wallace’s arrest. As reported by the Sonoma Sheriff, the arsenal involved included a helicopter, multiple boats, and K-9 units, demonstrating the lengths taken to bring a difficult situation under control without injury. The weapon in question was later identified as a BB gun recovered from the SUV’s floorboard by a dive team member.
Wallace faced a significant increase in bail, from the initial $70,000 to $2,000,000, reflecting the severity of the allegations against him. He was booked on charges of felony evading, assault with a deadly weapon, and obstruction. After a medical evaluation, he remains in custody.
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