Whats a Stop Stick? DOJ funding focused on safety tool for Marysville Police

The Marysville Police Department will receive $15,768 from the U. S. Department of Justice to purchase Stop Sticks, a tire deflation device used in high-speed pursuits. Officer Dylan Burnett effectively used Stop Sticks to end an 80-mile chase involving a drug-impaired driver who had stolen a vehicle after crashing in Tacoma. The funding is part of a larger initiative aimed at enhancing community safety, with $1.

4 million allocated to various cities in Western Washington for officer safety equipment and crime prevention. Burnett highlighted the critical need for officers to have Stop Sticks in their vehicles, as they provide a safer alternative to risky maneuvers. The suspect, Elius Mendoza Pinal, faces seven charges, including three felonies, after the pursuit concluded when the stolen Prius collided with another vehicle. The Byrne Grants, which support this funding, honor the legacy of Officer Edward R. Byrne, who was killed in the line of duty in 1988.

This investment reflects a growing commitment to improving law enforcement capabilities and ensuring public safety in Marysville. Ultimately, the funding will aid in equipping officers with essential tools to manage dangerous situations effectively.