A Sugar Land police officer was injured during a Tuesday night traffic stop after a driver took off from the scene, according to officials. The incident unfolded around 9:50 p.m. in the southbound lanes of State Highway 6 near Frost Pass. The officer suffered an arm injury, was taken to a hospital and is listed in stable condition.
Driver Bolts After Late-Night Stop
What began as a routine traffic stop quickly escalated when the vehicle initially pulled over, then the driver fled, setting off an active search for both the suspect and the car, as reported by Click2Houston. As of Wednesday morning, investigators had not said how the officer was injured and had not released a description of the driver or vehicle.
Highway 6’s Heavy Traffic and Where to Call With Tips
The Sugar Land Police Department lists its non-emergency phone number and online contact options for tips on its public page, according to the city site at the Sugar Land Police Department. State Highway 6 is a heavily traveled corridor and shows up frequently in city traffic and safety updates, including a December city news release about a fatal crash on the highway, as reflected on the city’s site. That backdrop has influenced recent road work and enforcement along the stretch.
Investigation Still Active
The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Sugar Land Police Department, according to Click2Houston. This story will be updated if authorities release additional details.
