Peel Regional Police say David Munoz, 41, is wanted on multiple charges, including assault peace officer. (Photo: PRP)<\/p>\n
Police have issued an arrest warrant for a man who investigators say struck an officer with a vehicle in Brampton.<\/p>\n
What started as an investigation into a vehicle with improper licence plates turned into a police chase on May 26 in the area of Peel Centre Drive in Brampton, Peel Regional Police say.<\/p>\n
An officer was investigating a grey 2007 BMW 525i four-door with Ontario licence plate CSLJ609 when the driver \u201cbecame uncooperative\u201d and took off from police on foot.<\/p>\n
The officer gave chase and, after a foot pursuit, police say male suspect assaulted the officer and resisted arrest during a physical struggle.<\/p>\n
Investigators say the suspect broke free and ran back to the vehicle, and struck both the officer and a marked Peel police cruiser while making a \u201creckless\u201d escape.<\/p>\n
Police say the officer suffered minor injuries.<\/p>\n
Investigators have identified the suspect as 41-year-old David Munoz. At the time of this interaction, he was prohibited from driving due to past criminal behaviour.<\/p>\n
Now, more than a week later, police say they have identified the suspect as David Munoz. The 41-year-old male suspect is wanted on charges of assault peace officer, assault with weapon, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, fail to comply with a release order, and breach of probation.<\/p>\n
Police say the accused was already prohibited from driving at the time of the incident \u201cdue to past criminal behaviour.\u201d<\/p>\n
Anyone with information about this incident can contact Peel Regional Police by calling 905-453-3311 ext. 2133. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca<\/a>. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, never have to testify, and could receive a $2,000 reward.<\/p>\n