On May 28, 2009, Officer Nichols was involved in a high-speed chase that ended in a cul-de-sac. After the suspect attempted to escape, Nichols and another officer rammed their vehicles into the suspect’s car. Nichols then exited his vehicle and shot the suspect twice as he continued to try to escape, resulting in the suspect’s death. The shooting was ruled justified by the Salt Lake County District Attorney, but the suspect’s parents filed a federal lawsuit alleging excessive force and improper investigation. The lawsuit was dismissed in January 2013. ([archive.sltrib.com](https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=57506577&itype=cmsid&utm_source=openai))
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