Officer critically injured in chase

Roanoke Cpl. Kevin Buchanan remains in critical condition after a high-speed motorcycle pursuit ended in a crash on Highway 114 early Sunday.

Suspect identified and charged

Deontae Keshawn Myers, 26, of Lawton, Oklahoma, has been charged with evading arrest with a vehicle causing serious bodily injury and reckless driving.

Chase began near racing event

Cpl. Buchanan was conducting traffic enforcement near Texas Motor Speedway when he attempted to stop Myers for speeding on his 2021 Yamaha motorcycle.

Both vehicles collided with van

Myers crashed into a 2023 Ford Transit van, and Cpl. Buchanan hit the same van while attempting evasive action. The van's occupants were uninjured.

Officer underwent emergency surgery

Cpl. Buchanan had surgery Sunday afternoon for multiple broken bones and internal bleeding. He remains in critical condition with a long recovery ahead.

“He's not out of the woods yet, but we're hopeful. He's got a long road ahead of him.”

Community rallies with support

Police ask supporters to drop off gift cards and messages of encouragement at the Roanoke Police Department. Officials warn against unverified fundraisers.