California sheriff’s deputy killed after patrol vehicle splits in two during car chase

A San Bernardino sheriff’s deputy was killed in a violent crash Monday that left his patrol vehicle split in two during a chase of a suspected car thief, according to authorities.

Married father of two Hector Cuevas Jr., 36, was pronounced dead at the horrific scene after he smashed into a third vehicle and then slammed his car into a light pole, according to reports. ---More...

NEW: American flag draped over the body of a California deputy after his patrol vehicle was split in half during a high-speed chase.

The San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy was chasing an auto theft suspect when the tragedy unfolded.

According to local reports, the deputy… pic.twitter.com/NlwHR6KX0P

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