Springdale Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Saturday, March 21, 2020
Add to My HeroesKaia LaFay Grant
Police Officer Kaia Grant was killed when she was intentionally struck by a vehicle during a pursuit at 8:30 pm.
The pursuit began in a neighboring jurisdiction when officers attempted to stop an armed, suicidal subject. The pursuit proceeded onto I-275 where Officer Grant and a police sergeant were preparing to deploy stop sticks near State Route 4. The driver intentionally swerved toward them, striking them both.
Officer Grant was flown to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead. The sergeant suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
The subject was taken into custody.
Officer Grant had served with the Springdale Police Department for eight years. She is survived by her parents.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 8 years
- Badge 2023
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 206 ReflectionsI worked with Kaia for several years, she was an outstanding officers and a kind and caring person. Kaia, we love you and miss you.
Fred Romano
January 22, 2021
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