Officer struck by driver who left scene during stop in Brooklyn

BROOKLYN – A police officer was injured after being struck by a vehicle in Brooklyn Saturday night, according to authorities.

What we know

The New York City Police Department’s Deputy Commissioner of Public Information (DCPI) said the incident happened at approximately 8 p.m. near Broadway and Wallabout Street.

DCPI added that the officer had stopped a vehicle when the driver suddenly reversed, striking the officer. The driver then fled the scene.

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The injured officer was taken to a nearby hospital with a leg injury.

What we don’t know

There were no arrests, and the investigation remains ongoing.

The Source

Information from the New York City Police Department’s Deputy Commissioner of Public Information.