Crime & Safety

Officer Injured After Being Pinned By Suspect’s Car In South Brunswick Hotel Probe

The officer suffered a serious leg injury and was taken to an area hospital, authorities said.

(South Brunswick Police Department)

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - An officer from North Brunswick was injured during an investigation in South Brunswick on Thursday.

Around 12:30 p.m., a police investigation was taking place at 3793 Route 1 - Hotel Vincenza, South Brunswick.

During the investigation, a suspect deliberately drove at the North Brunswick Police officer and pinned the officer against a vehicle, authorities said.

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The officer suffered a serious leg injury and was taken to an area hospital.

The investigation remains active, and additional details will be released on Friday, police said.

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