LOWELL, Mich. — The Attorney General's Office charged a Lowell officer Tuesday following a high speed chase and officer involved shooting in Ionia County last year.
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Officer Jason Diaz faces several felony charges after a high-speed chase through Kent and Ionia counties back on August 29.
According to the AG's Office, Diaz allegedly fired his weapon at the fleeing vehicle and struck a passenger in the head.
Diaz was charged with one count of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, a 10-year felony, one count of misconduct in office by a public official, a five-year felony; and one count of weapons, careless discharge causing injury, a two-year high court misdemeanor.
His next court appearance is set for March 22.
