Man Shoots Self After Leading Sonoma County Deputies On Chase: Sheriff

SONOMA COUNTY, CA — A man shot himself Friday after leading Sonoma County sheriff's deputies on a chase through Santa Rosa, a spokesperson for the sheriff's office said.

Deputies responded at 11:28 a.m. Friday to reports of a person shooting at other people in the 3300 block of Santa Rosa Avenue, Deputy Rob Dillion said in a video news release.

Several witnesses provided a vehicle description and deputies found the truck. When deputies tried to pull over the truck, the driver started a pursuit, Dillion said.

The pursuit ended 5 miles away at Administration Drive and Ventura Avenue when deputies "pitted" the truck.

"The suspect shot himself when the truck came to a stop," Dillion said. "Deputies immediately provided medical aid and the suspect was taken to a hospital where he later died at approximately 11:56 a.m."

Police did not disclose the man's name.

Further information will be released when it becomes available, Dillion said.

If you or someone you know is considering harming themselves, help is available from the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Dial 988 to speak with a trained mental health professional. Online chat support is also available at 988lifeline.org. Immediate help is available in an emergency by dialing 911.