Two Detroit Officers Injured as Driver Flees Traffic Stop

The officers were helping Detroit police’s commercial vehicle theft team during a stop near Wyoming Avenue and Eaton Street when the driver attempted to get away, police said. The incident happened at about 10:30 p.m. on October 29.

As the vehicle drove away, it hit the two officers and two police scout cars. Each officer received treatment at a hospital in the Detroit metro area and was in stable condition.

The investigation is continuing. Police have not released information about the driver or the vehicle, and said details of the incident are preliminary and could change.

Anyone with information can reach the detective unit for Detroit’s 10th Precinct at 313-596-1000, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP, or submit a tip through Detroit Rewards TV.