A Johnston police officer discharges his weapon after a driver strikes him with a car during a late-night dispute at a Shell gas station. The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. on April 26, when police responded to reports of an argument and found the 28-year-old male driver, who later faced several charges, including felony assault and resisting arrest.
The driver is expected to survive his injuries, while the officer suffered minor injuries and both were taken to Rhode Island Hospital for treatment. Notably, the suspect was already wanted on a warrant for previous offenses, raising questions about the circumstances leading to this dramatic encounter. This event is under investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Johnston police and the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office.
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