As Washington state prepares to relax its regulations on police pursuits, local law enforcement agencies are gearing up to roll out their own technological advancements meant to make high-speed chases safer for the public.In anticipation of the changes, Thurston County Sheriff's Office is fortifying its patrol fleet with futuristic devices right out of a superhero's arsenal. Sheriff Derek Sanders announced plans to install "Grappler Police Bumpers" on ten patrol cars.
Spokesperson Marin McKay highlighted that after using the tracker more than 60 times in 2023, the department has observed significant results. McKay expressed interest in trying various technologies to identify the most effective methods for apprehending suspects.The combined cost of the Star Chase GPS tracker and the Grappler Police Bumper mounts to tens of thousands of dollars.