Deputy shoots at wrong-way driver from helicopter; northbound 215 closed

The bullet-riddled windshield of the man’s car. Officers pursued the carjack suspect, who struck several vehicles. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

(Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)

Sept. 18, 2015 7:16 PM PT

A San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputy shot at a man who allegedly carjacked a motorist and drove the wrong way on the 215 Freeway in San Bernardino.

(Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)

The body of a carjacking suspect on the pavement along the 215 Freeway in San Bernardino. Authorities shot at the wrong-way driver from a helicopter.

(Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)

The bullet-riddled windshield of the man’s car. Officers pursued the carjack suspect, who struck several vehicles. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

(Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)

The northbound 215 was closed as investigators examine the crime scene for evidence.

(Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)