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2 MPD officers dragged by fleeing suspect, injured
Both officers were taken to the hospital for treatment. The suspect vehicle that was left on-scene was reported stolen.
MILWAUKEE - Two Milwaukee police officers were dragged and injured while trying to apprehend a suspect, the department said Wednesday, Feb. 10.
Officials said the officers came across a two-car accident near 14th and Center around 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
The officers saw an individual flee on foot from one of the vehicles involved. That person then entered a separate vehicle and fled, dragging the two officers in the process.
The officers -- a 25-year-old man with over seven years of service and a 30-year-old with over three years of service, sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Milwaukee police scene near 14th and Center
Both officers were taken to the hospital for treatment. The suspect vehicle that was left on-scene was reported stolen.
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Milwaukee police continue to seek an unknown suspect. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360 or Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or P3 Tips App.
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