The PSNI said “the driver made off at speed, dragging the officer for several metres before he could free himself”
Police say an officer has been injured after he was ‘dragged for several metres by a moving vehicle’ in Co Down.
The incident is reported to have happened on the Mountain Road in Kilkeel at around 10.15pm on Friday, August 1.
The PSNI say officers were conducting traffic duties when they stopped a silver Mitsubishi Shogun.
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Inspector Connolly added: “As an officer was leaning into the vehicle he detected a strong smell which he suspected was cannabis. When he asked the driver about this, the driver made off at speed, dragging the officer for several metres before he could free himself.
“The officer sustained an arm injury and was unable to continue with his duties. He has since attended hospital for treatment.”
Inspector Connolly continued: “Our investigation into this matter is ongoing.
“Police officers carry out their job knowing that on any given day they could be faced with difficult and dangerous situations, but it is completely unacceptable that they should be deliberately injured.
“The outcome of the driver’s actions could have been much more serious and the public should rest assured that the perpetrator will face the consequences. We would appeal to anyone with information, including dashcam footage, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 1742 of 01/08/25.
“You can also report online at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport
“Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.”
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