Police: Suspect killed, officer hurt when both hit by car

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Police in Des Moines say a suspect has died and an officer chasing him across a city street was seriously injured when both were hit by a car. Police say the incident began Monday night when the officer spotted a van driving in reverse on a city street, then pull into a parking lot. Police say the officer stopped and questioned the van’s driver, who soon ran away. The officer gave chase, and a struggle between two men occurred. The 31-year-old suspect then ran into SE 14th Street, followed by the officer, and both men were hit by a vehicle. They were rushed to a hospital, where the suspect died. The 48-year-old officer remained hospitalized Tuesday.