Ingham County sheriff's deputy Grant Whitaker, 25, killed after crashing into tree during vehicle pursuit on M-52 in Stockbridge, Michigan

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Mon, 12/07/2015 - 7:14pm

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Sunday, December 7, 2014

Man sentenced in crash death of sheriff's deputy chasing SUV

A man convicted in the death of an Ingham County sheriff's deputy who crashed while chasing an SUV has been sentenced to 20 to 45 years in prison. Authorities say an officer in an unmarked sheriff's car began chasing the SUV Dec. 7 after Kelsey failed to stop. They say Deputy Grant Whitaker took over as lead pursuer in his marked vehicle when he lost control and crashed near Stockbridge, about 40 miles southeast of Lansing.

Remembering Deputy Grant Whitaker: one year later

It was one year ago today, that Ingham County Sheriff’s Deputy Grant Whitaker was killed during a high speed chase near Stockbridge.

Ingham co. deputy killed in car chase

Whitaker worked for the Sheriff’s Office for one and a half years.

Officer Down Memorial Page: Grant William Whitaker

Please contact the following agency to send condolences or to obtain funeral arrangements:

Sheriff Gene Wriggelsworth Ingham County Sheriff's Office 630 North Cedar Street Mason, MI 48854 Phone: (517) 676-2431

Ingham Co. deputy killed in line of duty

Michigan State Police were called in to investigate the accident and handle the criminal investigation, Sheriff Gene Wriggelsworth said.

Ingham County deputy killed in weekend police chase was 'one of our hardest working officers,' official says

“He’s always been a very respectful young man … and he was one of our hardest working officers,” Trojanowicz said.

State police release photo of SUV that led deputies on chase that ended in fatal crash

The image of the SUV, taken in the moments before the crash, was released in hopes members of the public might be able to identify the vehicle and its driver.

Hundreds of officers all over Michigan gather for Ingham County Sheriff's deputy's funeral

It is important to "pay our respects," Woodhaven Patrolman Jon Sivi said. "It's something you don't want to do but you have to do."

Grand Rapids police show support for fallen Ingham County deputy

Crime Stoppers of Michigan is now offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the identification of the SUV driver.

Trial opens for man in crash death of deputy chasing SUV

The Lansing State Journal reports that prosecution and defense lawyers gave opening statements Thursday in the case against John Kelsey of Stockbridge. He's charged with fleeing or eluding police causing death and driving on a suspended license causing death.

Man convicted in crash death of sheriff's deputy chasing SUV

John Kelsey of Stockbridge was found guilty Tuesday of first-degree fleeing police. He was also was convicted of driving on a suspended or revoked license.

At around 2 a.m. on M-52 in Stockbridge, Ingham County sheriff's deputy Grant Whitaker was pursuing a vehicle when he lost control of his car and crashed into a tree, dying shortly thereafter. The car and driver being chased have not yet been found. We'll update this story as more information becomes available. What every family needs to know about wrongful death claims When a person dies as the result of a car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, or other kind of accident, family members must deal with the tragedy as best they can. Many decisions need to be made, and a wrongful death claim needs to be filed. In Michigan, a claim can be filed by certain family members, but there are strict requirements and deadlines that must be met. It is crucial to speak with a Michigan wrongful death attorney to get necessary information and advice.

Type: Car Accident

Topics:

High-Speed Chase

People Involved:

Grant Whitaker

John Kelsey

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