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PSNI launches attempted murder investigation after officer struck by stolen police vehicle
A 27-year-old man was arrested after the officer suffered serious injuries and fired one round as the car drove at him, police said.
- A Police Service of Northern Ireland officer suffered serious injuries after being struck by a stolen police vehicle in Downpatrick. Assistant Chief Constable Melanie Jones confirmed an attempted murder investigation is underway.
- The incident began when a vehicle failed to stop for police in the Fountain Street area, leading to a foot pursuit toward Colmcille Road. Officers discovered someone in the driver's seat of their police car, driving erratically toward an officer.
- Firing one round from his weapon as the vehicle moved toward him, the officer sustained injuries described as serious but not life-threatening. Colleagues provided immediate medical assistance before the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service transported him to hospital.
- Detectives from the Serious Crime branch arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder, who remains in custody. As standard procedure when a firearm is discharged, the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland has been informed and is investigating.
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