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The family of Bohdan Vetrov, a semi-truck driver killed in a 2023 police chase, has filed a wrongful death claim against the City of Lakewood.

The claim alleges that Lakewood police violated state law and department policies by initiating the high-speed pursuit without proper risk assessment or approval.

Vetrov's family is seeking $26 million in damages, with the potential for a lawsuit after the 60-day claim period.

LAKEWOOD, Wash. - The family of a semi-truck driver killed by a fleeing robbery suspect during a 2023 police chase in Lakewood has filed a wrongful death claim against the city.

According to the claim, attorneys Mark Lindquist and Angus Lee allege that the high-speed pursuit initiated by Lakewood officers violated state law and police department policies.

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