A suspect has been detained for allegedly shooting at an officer who was seated in his police vehicle in Downey on Tuesday morning.
According to authorities, the incident occurred at 8:30 a.m. while the officer was responding to a call for service in the 10500 block of Downey Avenue.
While the police were seated in his vehicle, a Dodge Durango passed by, and the driver allegedly shot at the officer.
According to authorities, the officer’s vehicle was struck several times, but he was not hit.
The officer then followed the car and conducted a traffic stop.
A man was arrested, and two guns were found on the scene, according to authorities.
This looks to be a rare incidence, and the inquiry is still underway. The motivation for the shooting is presently unknown.
Police did not name either the criminal or the officer involved.
Anyone with more information about this event can contact Detective Estrada at (562) 904-2332 or [email protected].
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