Eastside high-speed pursuit ends in injuries
One man, 18, arrested
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Fire and aid crews tend to Cameron M. Darnell, 18, a motorcyclist who was injured after what Washington State Patrol troopers say was a high-speed chase through East Wenatchee late Monday night. Also injured was Darnell’s passenger, Madison T. Miller, 18.
Douglas County firefighter Jay O’Connell looks at a motorcycle that ended up in a ditch on 11th Street Northeast in East Wenatchee Monday night.
EAST WENATCHEE — A high-speed chase through East Wenatchee streets Monday night ended with a short foot pursuit and two 18-year-olds suffering from road rash.
Treated at Central Washington Hospital were motorcycle driver Cameron M. Darnell and passenger Madison T. Miller, according to a Washington State Patrol report.
The incident began at about 11:15 p.m. when a trooper saw a motorcycle speeding and driving erratically near the west end of the Sen. George Sellar Bridge, said Trooper Rich Magnussen, a spokesman for the State Patrol. Near Highway 28 and 13th Street Northeast, the trooper caught up with the motorcycle and activated lights and siren, but the motorcycle raced off at speeds between 80 and 100 mph. The bike went out of control on 11th Street Northeast near Hale Lane, causing the injuries to the driver and passenger.
Magnussen said the driver fled the scene but was caught a few minutes later in a backyard. A trooper and an East Wenatchee police officer were involved in the chase.
Magnussen said Darnell would be summoned into court on suspicion of two felonies, eluding an officer and hit-and-run driving. He was in satisfactory condition this morning at the hospital. Miller was treated and released for her injuries.
Dee Riggs: 664-7147
deeriggs@wenatcheeworld.com
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bella (b r) says...
wow.. I don't have anything to say about him that doesn't involve bad words, so I will hold my tongue. I have one question: Did he flee the scene while she was laying on the ground? or did he help her up first?
March 9, 2010 at 10:01 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
What an irresponsible idiot.
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What do they mean, "summoned into court"? Are they telling us they'll arrest on the spot for a drug offense but someone who knowingly and willfully acts in a manner to endanger others' lives gets to go be pampered in the hospital and then go home?
March 9, 2010 at 10:45 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
momto2 (Judi Berends) says...
Bella~ to answer your question. Yes, he left her on the ground and jumped two fences to try to get away. He was arrested in my yard. His first words, "Im hurt", the police said something like, "well, you should see your girlfriend". Then he said, "I was on my way back to get/see her". It was hard to hear everything. But that's pretty much what was said.
All that just to avoid a ticket or even a night in jail.
March 9, 2010 at 10:54 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
justwant50 (Brad Richardson) says...
I just can't figure out what goes through these peoples' heads! You are NEVER going to outrun a Motorola! Why risk your life and those of others? Just plain stupid!
March 9, 2010 at 11:12 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
glory74 (Ron Huges) says...
"Magnussen said Darnell would be summoned into court on suspicion of two felonies"
The officer observed him do it.There is no suspicion,only fact.I don't understand why he was allowed to return home.He should be in a cell right now for what he did.In most jurisdictions he would be!
March 9, 2010 at 12:27 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
NCKS (nick s) says...
Cameron dosent care about anyone except himself. He is a coward and people should stay away from him. Do not trust a coward. He will abandon anyone to save himself only HE HAS PROVEN THIS BY HIS ACTIONS.
March 9, 2010 at 2:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Freedumb (Clayton Bigsby) says...
what did we learn?
March 9, 2010 at 2:38 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
Yikes, Judi. Horrible!
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Unfortunately the TOU prevents me from using the words I would like to assign to this waste of O2.
March 9, 2010 at 2:50 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Gator (J Bone) says...
It still baffles me how it seems so easy to survive in today's society, while living with a complete lack of intelligence and/or common sense.
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This guy's choices when the trooper signaled him to pull over:
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Option A) Pull over, and get an $80 ticket
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Option B) Speed off, crash, severely injure yourself, get your girlfriend hurt and REALLY mad at you, probably go to jail and get a BIG fine.
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Fantasy Option C) Speed off because you are above the law, and those stupid cops will never catch up to Mr. Invincible, and no one will ever do anything bad to you, and your girlfriend will think of you as her hero, because you are now a "bad boy".
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How'd that work out?
March 9, 2010 at 2:58 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
douglas (Doug Shirk) says...
Did he have an endorcement? That might be a dumb question, because to get a motorcycle endorcement, you've got to pass two tests, which means you have to have the ability to think......
March 9, 2010 at 3:02 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kristen (Kristen Stevens) says...
Is the reason he is not going to jail because he is related some how to det. darnell?
March 9, 2010 at 3:24 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
lonedog3 (Joe Arballo) says...
isnt fleeing and eluding a felony? shouldnt he have been arrested and held for bond hearing on a felony? and what about attempted murder for the girlfriend he almost killed, (or easily could have?) he did just leave her laying there in a broken heap on the road didnt he? he belongs in prison for awhile to think about this. it could have been my daughter or yours!!
March 9, 2010 at 4:10 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Martin (Martin Reginald) says...
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This is so reminiscent of the Daniel Peterson incident last year, where he ran a stop sign at high speed on his motorcycle and nearly killed two people when he demolished the vehicle that he crashed into. He also had a history of eluding the police at high speed.
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I guess history is going to keep repeating itself. I would bet that Daniel would weep over the fact that others still seem to have not learned from his mistake.
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March 9, 2010 at 4:31 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
2fast4you (Ben Alright) says...
how about you don't try to speak for the dead....you never knew him
March 9, 2010 at 5:32 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
theused (nate keagle) says...
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March 9, 2010 at 6:14 p.m. ( permalink | )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
And here come the apologists for bad, stupid, a-holish behavior that could kill innocents....
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I should stop being so surprised.
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Martin, I immediately thought of Daniel too and have to wonder how much this Cameron person has eluded police in the past.
March 9, 2010 at 6:47 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
luv2binspired (luv2b inspired) says...
Whoa whoa whoa...Nate what do you mean they should not have been chasing them up the street? Usually when you are speeding or violating the law you get pulled over and usually the person pulls to the side of the road and accepts responsibility. So how are all these incidences the cops fault for chasing them. Just because you have a bike doesn't mean there is any difference from being in a vehicle and getting pulled over. This is exactly what is wrong with young kids and their bikes. You have to be responsible enough to control yourself on your bike or you should not be on the streets.
March 9, 2010 at 6:51 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
theused (nate keagle) says...
i agree BUT i have a 5 year old boy the plays all over this block with all the other kids so what if this had taken place earlier? i've never ran from the cops on my bike even knowing i could very easily becouse i know its not worth it. the cops know the town and streets to a T they could have stopped at grover knowing its the only way in/out. i had the worst experience of my life last night having guns at my head i was in pj pants in my walk way how could they mistake me with darnell?? and not have the commen sence to stop by after it calmed down to say sorry or whatever they do.
March 9, 2010 at 7:06 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
mitch117 (Mitchell Williams) says...
Nate what you said is completely foolish. I knew Daniel and he was an awesome kid that made a few mistakes and payed the price but you can't blame the results of his or Camerons' actions on the police or anyone else. The police were doing what they are payed to do. To blame one's reckless ness on someone else in this case is idiotic.
March 9, 2010 at 7:13 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
patience (kay gale) says...
2fast4you....geez.
March 9, 2010 at 7:29 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
patience (kay gale) says...
Riding a bike is a priveledge,,not a right. We have to MORE careful....not more STUPID!!!!! DUH.Anyone who defends this kid and blames the police ought to have his head examined.
March 9, 2010 at 7:36 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
I can actually see where Nate would be upset, but I feel the wrong party is being blamed here. If you want to sue anyone, sue Cameron. You'd probably win, too.
March 9, 2010 at 7:39 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
patience (kay gale) says...
YES....nicely said Girlfawkes. Sue Cameron. Maybe next time he will pull over when the police turn on those red and blues...like the rest of us. Bravo
March 9, 2010 at 7:43 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
patience (kay gale) says...
Hes lucky hes only in trouble for eluding the police.Could have very easily been in the slammer for murder.
March 9, 2010 at 7:45 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Bob_Knows (Bob Knows) says...
Police chases ALWAYS result in property damage. One in 5 ends in significant injuries, often to innocent bystanders. One in 25 ends in death.
There is almost no excuse for a high speed chase. The blue shirt thugs get an adrenaline rush, but it ends in injury and property damage such as this chase. Shame on them. Their war against the people needs to be stopped.
March 9, 2010 at 7:48 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
mavulous (mav ulous) says...
I think age is part of the problem in this instance...make that age, ego, and the need for speed. Solution: Mopeds before age 21, but no motorcycles until their 21st birthday. These teens are fortunate to be alive. Cars are dangerous enough, but there's no protection on a motorcycle. Twenty-one is still plenty young to play easy rider.
March 9, 2010 at 7:51 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
WantsJustice (Abbie Normal) says...
Just goes to show you get special treatment when you are East Wenatchee's own det. Darnell's son. If that were my son, he would be sitting in jail right now and be facing more charges. What about vehicular assault and reckless endangerment?
March 9, 2010 at 7:52 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
dbllung (dwayne Iksen) says...
To theused, I only can say Your a m@#$n, I support our law enforcment. They are the ones that protect us every day. if something goes wrong during a pursuit it is the perps fault not the cops. If the idiot doesnt have enough brains to follow the law by pulling over and instead endangering citizens then he should be bad mouthed. People like you will never have a clue
March 9, 2010 at 7:53 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
mitch117 (Mitchell Williams) says...
Well we can see that "bob knows" best and we should just get rid of law enforcement all together. Hell we all know law enforcement officers are just bad people looking for a fight. Bob do you ever stop and ask yourself...why?
March 9, 2010 at 7:56 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
Are you serious that that's detective Darnell's son? How are you sure?
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In either case, YES. He should be in jail right now instead of home.
March 9, 2010 at 8:02 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
theused (nate keagle) says...
ha ha deeeewayne you must be efffin hi. a was and am still upset so i said some things that i didnt say right my bad. but no one can tell me that the cops that work out of the 9th street station are respectable other than i couple, and with ABBIE ya if i even sit on my bike the cops are all over me! and i never ran from em. .........thats not what i came here to do anyway i just wanted everyone to know how i felt to be takin down and have guns in the back of your head for no reason. then expect someone to come talk to you and get nothing by the ones who are here to protect.
March 9, 2010 at 8:08 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Martin (Martin Reginald) says...
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"how about you don't try to speak for the dead....you never knew him"
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His actions spoke for themselves, as well as his court-sentencing and his pending loss of license.
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March 9, 2010 at 8:08 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
luv2binspired (luv2b inspired) says...
Nate-I'm sorry you had to experience that; I would be absolutely horrified if I was in your shoes and would most likely feel like I was owed an apology. However; the only person at fault here is the driver of the bike who decided to cause a high-speed chase. I have a 3 year old son who plays outside too and it makes me sick to think that something like this could happen while an innocent person could be hurt or killed for someone's extremely foolish choices whether it be another person driving or simply being in their own yard. I can't believe the choices these teens make these days; it's absolutely insane!!
March 9, 2010 at 8:09 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Martin (Martin Reginald) says...
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"THE COPS SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN CHASING THEM UP STREET LIKE 11TH THEY WRECKED BECOUSE OF THEM DANNY DIED BECOUSE OF THEM!"
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I had no idea that the police were able to remotely control a motorcycle. Interesting.
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March 9, 2010 at 8:11 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
StephanieMears (Stephanie Mears) says...
Why is everyone saying that the driver is at home? According to the article, at the time of the writing, he was still in the hospital. Don't know where he is going from there, but I would assume he'd either had to pay bail or would be in jail.
March 9, 2010 at 8:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
patience (kay gale) says...
glug glug...sounds like
March 9, 2010 at 8:21 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
I actually do support the idea that there should be more stringent criteria regarding when police engage in a high speed pursuit, such as during or after the commission of a violent felony when risking others can be justified. There has been much loss of life that could have been prevented, both of police officers and bystanders. I don't see any reason why the perp cannot be picked up later at home or work and have the entire book thrown at them.
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But, it happened and it is what it is. This idiot kid should be cooling his heels in jail right now, period.
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Also, forgive my poor memory, but Danny was not being pursued when he died, was he? He had eluded in the past but the night he died was DWI home from a party and simply speeding like a moron and blew a stop sign. I fail to see how the police are responsible for what happened to Danny unless you consider that he should have had his bike permanently impounded and license revoked.
March 9, 2010 at 8:22 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
luv2binspired (luv2b inspired) says...
"Magnussen said Darnell would be summoned into court on suspicion of two felonies, eluding an officer and hit-and-run driving. He was in satisfactory condition this morning at the hospital."
I believe some are saying he isn't in jail (or at home) because it states he will be summoned into court...He was obviously still in the hospital this morning but it does sound like he isn't going to be taken to jail until he is convicted of these charges. (After his court appearances)
March 9, 2010 at 8:24 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
"Why is everyone saying that the driver is at home? According to the article, at the time of the writing, he was still in the hospital. Don't know where he is going from there, but I would assume he'd either had to pay bail or would be in jail."
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If he isn't in the hospital he is at home. You only get a chance to pay bail after being incarcerated and having a bail hearing in front of a judge. A future summons is different.
March 9, 2010 at 8:25 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Tim (Tim Lamb) says...
What do you do with a criminal trying to escape? Do you let him go in the interest of public safety? Or do you catch him at all cost in the interest of public safety?
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All I'm sure of is if we let them go more of them would do it. They are going to drive fast and wreckless, it's just a question of whether we let them get away with it.
March 9, 2010 at 8:32 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Dogdad (dog dad) says...
Deep breath... I agree with Tim :-)
March 9, 2010 at 8:39 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
I don't know, Tim. All I can say is that IMO it isn't right to risk lives for the sake of a speeding ticket or other non-felony infraction. This includes the lives of officers.
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I don't think more people would do it if it carried a special charge that meant more jail time, making it a very serious offense. After all, the police have dash cams and obviously would have the license #, I don't see any reason why a person eluding couldn't be picked up at a later time. Many areas do have more stringent chase criteria and it hasn't increased the amount of attempted eluding.
March 9, 2010 at 8:41 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Dogdad (dog dad) says...
I think Darwin has a theory about these people...
March 9, 2010 at 8:51 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Martin (Martin Reginald) says...
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" fail to see how the police are responsible for what happened to Danny unless you consider that he should have had his bike permanently impounded and license revoked."
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According to his recent conviction prior to his accident, Danny was scheduled to surrender his license just a few days after the accident.
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March 9, 2010 at 8:53 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Martin (Martin Reginald) says...
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"After all, the police have dash cams and obviously would have the license #, I don't see any reason why a person eluding couldn't be picked up at a later time."
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It would be good if it could work that way, but the truth is, those cameras don't always get the license number. Those motorcycles can quickly outdistance a police car.
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March 9, 2010 at 8:57 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
I know, it's imperfect all the way around, kind of a catch 22 situation. But that said, I still believe there is a better way that many of these situations can be handled. Whatever a person's opinion, it is indisputable that innocent lives have been lost and taxpayers have had to pay the cost of expensive police liability suits.
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Found this link that has some non-biased information, kind of an interesting read:
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http://www.theppsc.org/Staff_Views/As...
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Whatever the case, all's well that ends well, it's extremely lucky that we aren't discussing a vehicular homicide here. That girl must have been terrified. What a jerk-face.
March 9, 2010 at 9:03 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Tim (Tim Lamb) says...
(dog dad) says...
"I think Darwin has a theory about these people..."
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Actually, I think stupidity would be on the decline if Darwinian evolution was true. Survival of the fittest doesn't allow the species to get dumber, as man obviously is.
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It's nearly impossible to get a conviction for eluding if they don't catch them in the act, you can't prove who was driving. That's why that guy that died got away with it for so long.
March 9, 2010 at 9:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
He didn't get away with it, he was convicted of it.
March 9, 2010 at 9:28 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
bella (b r) says...
I am still in shock over this.. Message to his parents: I would be so ashamed of him if I were you!!!! He didn't just put everyone in our community in danger with his high speed, he dumped his bike and left a young lady laying on the ground while he ran away.....PLEASE don't get him another bike, or fix the one he crashed, or let him drive your car or truck, PLEASE make him walk...it's safer for all of us....who cares if he's 18...I have the feeling he's on your insurance anyway.... There's no excuse for this..
March 9, 2010 at 9:32 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
heathercalkins08 (Heather Calkins) says...
Yes, he is Det. Darnell's son. But I don't necessarily think it's fair to say that because he's his son that he's going to get off easily.
And, I cannot believe that people are going to start bringing up Danny again. My friend already lost his life, please stop talking about him like this.
Also, it does say that he was in satisfactory condition in the hospital. We don't know if he is at home now or went to jail, so I think people should quit assuming that he's "getting off easy" until we know FOR SURE otherwise.
One thing that really upsets me, is that he crashed up 11th street and my family (with little kids) lives up there. He's lucky this didn't happen during the day when they would be out in their driveway playing basketball or something. He could have hurt someone else other than himself and the girl. Plus, it disgusts me that he just left that girl to fend for herself. . .
March 9, 2010 at 10:05 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
luv2binspired (luv2b inspired) says...
Heather-
Summoned means to request to appear in court so it sounds like he isn't serving a punishment until he appears in court whenever that may be. As for him getting off easy...I definitely don't think he's getting off easy if he is actually charged with two felonies that's a pretty big deal and frankly he deserves both of those felonies. Maybe, just maybe, this will teach him and all the other people a lesson who thinks it's okay to do this.
March 9, 2010 at 11:48 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
anniebear (Annie Bear) says...
To my knowledge the reason he wasn't placed in custody right away is:
1) the minute he is in custody all medical attention needed falls onto the enity that placed him in custody. IMO E. Wen made the smart decision in sending him a summons.
2) He is not a flight risk because of his injuries.
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If this is Det. Darnells son - KARMA - always comes back to bite ya!!!
March 10, 2010 at 9:07 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
mavulous (mav ulous) says...
Hmmm, the son of a police detective, eh? Well, now his actions make perfect sense--at least in the brain of an 18 year old. As adults we would hopefully all make better choices, but probably not at age 18--especially given his circumstances. We were all young once, maybe some of us still are, but when I was 18 I did some pretty stupid things looking back and so did all my friends. The only difference was I didn't get caught. I remember eluding a state trooper who I knew was going to cite me for speeding and possibly reckless driving in broad daylight. I saw his brake lights come on as he was driving in the opposite direction just as I hit the crest of a hill traveling at oh about 110 m.p.h. I was driving alone and figured I had a few seconds jump on him before he could get back up to speed and so at the next turn-off (which was about five seconds away @ 110 m.p.h. from where he had first seen me) I hit the brakes and barely made the turn and then drove through an orchard and parked out of sight. I probably sat there with my heart in my throat for a good fifteen minutes which seemed like two hours before I ventured out and walked up to the highway to have a look-see. I guess my point is we were all young and stupid once upon a time. Can't y'all remember how much knowledge your parents gained between the ages--our ages, not theirs--of about 16 to about 21?
Teens and speed were made for each other. All those raging hormones and the illusion of immortality combine to make them feel invincible. It made me feel the same way. A few more years of age and experience before getting on a fast motorcycle is still the best solution because I guarantee you all the laws on the books will not prevent these young people from making these same poor choices over and over and over again. Next time it happens it could involve one of your own either directly or indirectly and, no, I'm not giving this young man a pass because he clearly broke the law, but I do understand why he did what he did and why the law did not keep him or his passenger safe.
March 10, 2010 at 9:18 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Mom (Susan Feil) says...
Well said, Mav ulous. Not having been a teenage boy, I haven't experienced it first hand, but teaching junior high kids, certainly reminds daily that they make many poor decisions and if a 14 year old had control of a car, heaven help us all:-)
March 10, 2010 at 9:48 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
pruitt (Brianne Pruitt) says...
Folks ~
After doing a little checking this morning, reporter Dee Riggs has verified that Cameron is in fact Det. Darnell's son. And, as of this morning, he is not currently in jail. We have a call in to find out his current status. I hope this clears up the questions for you all!
~ Brianne Pruitt, Web editor
The Wenatchee World
March 10, 2010 at 10:21 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Norm (Norm Messer) says...
"A few more years of age and experience before getting on a fast motorcycle is still the best solution because I guarantee you all the laws on the books will not prevent these young people from making these same poor choices over and over and over again."
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Right on the money, mav. The only thing I would add is that while what he did was dead wrong and deserving of punishment, two felony counts is a bit much for a single action when you factor in the very real possibility of life in prison that would be required by a third felony.
March 10, 2010 at 10:33 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Get_a_Clue (M Bent) says...
Hello people! Blaming the parents? He's 18-years-old. I'm sure his parents are greatly disappointed but let's not throw them under the bus. AND let up on the fact that he's a police officer's son one has nothing to do with the other. People need to give our law enforcement officers a break.......they put their lives on the line everytime they are on duty to protect YOU. They are damned if they do and damned if they don't. I'm sure people would be complaining if they had just let him go too. Oh, wait that wouldn't be news worthy now would it. Thank you to the men in blue for upholding the laws (that they didn't write)! Usually when people "run" from the police, there's a reason they don't want to get caught, drugs, warrants.......
March 10, 2010 at 11:17 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
pruitt (Brianne Pruitt) says...
A bit more info from reporter Dee Riggs:
Rich Magnussen, spokesman for the State Patrol, said that the case is being handled like any felony, and that a person cannot be booked into jail if they are injured and require hospitalization.
The case is being prepared for the prosecutor who would be the one to file formal charges, if any are to be filed.
~ Brianne Pruitt, Web editor
March 10, 2010 at 1:36 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
anniebear (Annie Bear) says...
Helllooo Get_ a_ clue - it has everything to do that he is a police officers son. If these police officers are out upholding law and passing judgement on everyone else (you know they do have the discretion as to whether or not you get a ticket when they pull you over - that is a fact) then we sure as heck can pass discretion on their parenting abilities.
March 10, 2010 at 3:17 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Norm (Norm Messer) says...
"then we sure as heck can pass discretion on their parenting abilities."
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Sure, you're free to think and say whatever you want, but your opinion isn't worth a nickel when its based on an almost total absence of information, as it is here.
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March 10, 2010 at 3:35 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
girlfawkes (r wools) says...
Well, parenting aside, this young man is, well... a man. Legally and physically. I don't think parenting can be blamed once the age of majority is reached. There comes a time when you just have to grow up. How embarrassing for his folks.
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Of course his injuries have to be attended to first, but he was able to run and jump at least 2 fences, talk coherently and was conscious. Treat his injuries and then arrest him when he is discharged, he can go directly to jail and go through the process of hearings and bail just like everyone else would.
March 10, 2010 at 3:49 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Get_a_Clue (M Bent) says...
Anniebear your obviously not a parent......they had no idea they were pursuing a police officers son, so he was being treated no different than anyone else would have in that situation.
Norm~I couldn't agree more!
March 10, 2010 at 4:28 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
optiMK (Mark Kleinkopf) says...
Why are you all assuming Madison (the passenger) is his girlfriend? I know for a fact she is not his girlfriend and would be upset over these assumptions.
March 10, 2010 at 8:13 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
patience (kay gale) says...
It was a natural assumption.No one has said one bad thing about her here. Only thankful she wasnt killed.
March 10, 2010 at 9:32 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
optiMK (Mark Kleinkopf) says...
you and me both, thanks kay! :)
March 10, 2010 at 10:31 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
dauvil49 (David Auvil) says...
WOW!
March 11, 2010 at 8:03 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
ElmerJayhawk (Elmer Jayhawk) says...
Lets see if I have this right...
The police are bad if they chase criminals.
The police are bad if they don't chase criminals.
Police are at fault if someone is killed, and also when someone is not killed, as in this case.
Police should just use their super powerful video cameras to just get the motorcycle license plate number, then solely base a later arrest on that license plate number alone.
The police should just arrest people later at their home, because they can use their special super powers of x-ray vision to see the face of a person, in a helmet, driving a motorcycle traveling at 80-100 mph.
The police should arrest people in the hospital, even if they are still in surgery.
The "blue shirt thugs" have a war against "the people" and harass innocent youths to get an adrenaline rush.
Filing the felony charges of eluding, reckless endangerment and very likely, vehicular assault, is not adequate because a police officer's Son is involved and that's just not enough and he's getting special treatment.
If a police officer's Son is involved in a crime, both the Son and the Officer are automatically guilty, and should both just be put in jail immediately without trial because they are just plain bad and it's special treatment if that does not happen.
Did I miss anything?
Note to police officers: These people couldn't care less about you. Why do you continue to get up every day and risk your lives for them?
March 11, 2010 at 9:38 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Martin (Martin Reginald) says...
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"Did I miss anything?"
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LOL!! Well, Elmer, you left out 'nazi' and 'facist'. Good post.
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March 11, 2010 at 1:21 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KaySam (Kay Samson) says...
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March 14, 2010 at 11:23 a.m. ( permalink | )
watcher (Watcher Woods) says...
Its amazing to me, that the WW does not find it necessary to get a comment from this young mans father, the "great" detective and I loosely use the descriptive term great bahahaah. If it was the son of a bank president, or huge corporation every time a reference was made about this young man, the father and their position would be commented on as well. And wasnt he charged with 2 felonies? I am not finding it in the paper? can anyone direct me to what day the WW printed that? What is the darnells in bed with the WW (Wenatchee World)
March 16, 2010 at 6:31 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
justagirly (Alyssa M) says...
I think teenagers do stupid things. we all know that. He is 18 and a legal adult stop blaming his parents for everything. Parents do what they can raising their kids until it is time for them to spread their wings and fly. Yes he made a mistake, but stop blaming his parents. Especially his dad, he has a huge part in finding the killer of Cowell.
March 16, 2010 at 10:48 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
2fast4you (Ben Alright) says...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gx1CkP...
Happy Birthday D.P.G.....={}o5=
March 17, 2010 at 2:08 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
WildBunch (Chris McC) says...
I always love it when the guy has a helmet on and the girl doesn't, shows how much the guy cares about the girl. Then after he dumps the bike he runs without any concern for the girl. Clearly this guy is destined for great things. I wonder if the girl will be smart enough to recognize he's a LOSER or will just go back for more.
It's great when your Dad is a cop and can get you out of any jam. One of the benefits of small town living. Too bad equal application of the law doesn't apply in this case......
March 19, 2010 at 11:54 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )