Baltimore Police Officer Struck by Car During Foot Chase
What to know
- A Baltimore police officer suffered injuries that weren't considered life‑threatening after being struck by a vehicle during a foot pursuit Wednesday night in Northwest Baltimore.
- The incident happened as officers tried to arrest a 42‑year‑old man wanted for armed robbery.
- The suspect was taken into custody, and the injured police officer was rushed to the hospital.
A Baltimore police officer suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car during a foot chase in Northwest Baltimore on Wednesday night, authorities said.
Officers from the Northwest District responded to the 5700 block of Reisterstown Road around 8:19 p.m. in search of a 42-year-old man who police said is wanted for armed robbery.
A vehicle not involved in the chase hit the officer who was in the process of arresting the suspect, a Baltimore Police spokesperson confirmed.
The officer was taken to a nearby hospital with undisclosed injuries. Baltimore Police did not provide any further updates on his condition on Thursday.
The suspect was taken into custody following the pursuit.
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