A high-speed pursuit across Deschutes County Tuesday morning ended in Sunriver with the arrest of 40-year-old Matthew Hammer.
The incident began when a Deputy spotted Hammer driving recklessly in Bend; after refusing to stop, Hammer led authorities on a dangerous chase through several communities.
The suspect struck patrol vehicles, drove onto private property, and nearly collided head-on with law enforcement.
Deputies finally used a Pursuit Intervention Technique to end the chase. Hammer faces multiple charges, including attempted assault, reckless endangering, and felony attempt to elude.
Minor injuries were reported.
Authorities praised inter-agency cooperation in safely resolving the situation.



