A man accused of opening fire on sheriff’s deputies in Washington state recently appeared in a Las Vegas courtroom, where he faces extradition following his high-profile arrest. Damien Madison, 27, was taken into custody on May 13, 2025, near the California state line by Las Vegas police. He is currently being held at the Clark County Detention Center under an out-of-state warrant tied to a violent confrontation earlier this month in Thurston County, Washington.
According to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred on May 8, 2025, near the town of Tenino, Washington. Authorities allege that Madison fired multiple shots at deputies during a vehicle pursuit. One of the rounds reportedly struck a patrol vehicle, escalating the situation and prompting an extensive manhunt across multiple states. The search for Madison lasted several days and drew the cooperation of law enforcement agencies across Washington, Nevada, and California.
Law enforcement sources stated that Madison fled the scene immediately after the shooting. His flight from justice prompted an urgent multi-agency response, including the use of aerial surveillance and interstate coordination. Officials eventually located and arrested him without incident in Nevada. Madison’s arrest was treated as a significant breakthrough in what law enforcement described as a dangerous and unpredictable case.
In court on May 19, 2025, Madison confirmed he was aware of the charges being brought against him in Washington. He clarified to the judge that he is not currently facing any charges in Las Vegas itself. The court proceeding was brief but significant, as it set in motion the extradition process that would return Madison to Washington to face prosecution.
A judge in Clark County informed Madison that authorities in Washington state have a 30-day window to complete the necessary legal steps for his extradition. Until that process is finalized, Madison will remain in custody in Nevada. The charges he faces in Washington are expected to include attempted murder or attempted assault on law enforcement officers, along with additional charges related to the use of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
The case has attracted considerable attention due to the violent nature of the alleged offense and the multi-state manhunt that followed. Law enforcement officials have emphasized the risks involved when suspects engage in gunfire with deputies, underscoring the seriousness of the charges Madison is expected to face.
As of now, no additional information about Madison’s motives or possible accomplices has been released. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities in both Nevada and Washington continue to coordinate efforts to ensure a swift and lawful extradition. Updates on the case will be provided as more information becomes available.
