Crime & Safety
Cop Hurt Investigating Stolen Vehicle: Philly Police
A Philadelphia Police officer was injured when a stolen vehicle suspect tried to drive off Saturday night, according to authorities.
PHILADELPHIA — A Philadelphia Police officer was hurt while investigating a stolen vehicle this weekend, authorities said.
At about 10:45 p.m. Saturday, officers were called to the 2500 block of Church Street for a report of a disorderly crowd.
There, police investigated a black BMW they determined was stolen.
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When an officer approached the vehicle's driver's side door and held it open, the driver reversed, police said.
The BMW struck a marked police car, and the officer's hand got caught between the door and the vehicle, according to police.
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Police were able to take the driver into custody.
The injured officer was transported to Temple University Hospital, where he was treated for a laceration and a broken finger, as well as shoulder and hip pain.
Police said he is in stable condition.
The suspect faces charges including assault on police and vehicle theft, police said.
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