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A man and woman accused of seriously injuring an El Cajon police officer, who was dragged about 200 yards down a roadway while clinging to an SUV, were ordered Thursday to stand trial on charges that include assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer.
David Francis Cepeda Pangilinan, 41, and Keani Flores, 28, are accused of trying to flee from police on Dec. 14, dragging Officer Nick Cirello down West Washington Avenue in the process.
Deputy District Attorney Clayton Carr said the SUV was traveling around 70 mph when Cirello, who had grabbed onto the open window, fell from the vehicle. The officer sustained injuries that included major head trauma, a brain bleed and broken bones.
UpdatedThu, Apr 22, 2021 at 5:44 pm PT
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