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Fullerton Police Kill Suspect During Chase

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(AP) Fullerton police have shot and killed a motorist during a chase from Orange County into neighboring Bellflower.

Los Angeles County sheriff's Sgt. Harry Drucker says it happened at around 3 a.m. Tuesday.

Details aren't clear but no officers were hurt.

Sheriff's homicide detectives are investigating.

Fullerton police have been under scrutiny since they shot and killed a homeless, mentally ill man last year during a confrontation.

The shooting of Kelly Thomas sparked a political firestorm and led to criminal charges against two former officers.

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