An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was injured during an attempted arrest in New Jersey after being struck by a vehicle driven by a suspect who later fled the scene, according to local authorities.
The incident occurred Monday morning along Route 72 in the Manahawkin section of Stafford Township, a community located near the Jersey Shore.
After being hit, the federal agent discharged a firearm at the fleeing vehicle. Police indicated that the shots reportedly struck the suspect's car, though it remains unclear whether the driver was injured.
The vehicle continued from the scene, and the suspect had not been apprehended as of the latest reports.
Emergency responders transported the injured agent from the scene on a stretcher.
Stafford Township police emphasized that local officers were not involved in the federal operation itself and responded only after the incident to secure the area and direct traffic.
Investigators continue to search for the suspect, while officials have stated there is no ongoing threat to the broader community. The incident remains under investigation by federal and local authorities.
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