Arrest after police officer injured in hit-and-run

An arrest has been made after a police officer was injured in a hit-and-run incident earlier this week. The incident occurred on Main Street in downtown, when the officer was directing traffic and was struck by a speeding vehicle.

The driver of the vehicle fled the scene, leaving the injured officer on the ground. Fortunately, witnesses were able to provide a description of the vehicle and the driver, which led to a swift arrest by the local authorities.

The injured officer was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to make a full recovery. The arrested individual is facing charges of reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, and assaulting a police officer.

This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that police officers face on a daily basis while carrying out their duties to protect and serve the community. It also highlights the importance of cooperation between law enforcement and the public in apprehending suspects and bringing them to justice.

We thank the witnesses who came forward with information that led to the arrest, and we wish the injured officer a speedy recovery.