Trooper Shot During Traffic Stop In Baltimore

Updated at 12:35 p.m.

BALTIMORE, MD — Maryland State Police are searching for a gunman who shot a trooper during a traffic stop in Baltimore City early Tuesday morning. The officer, whose name has not been released, is being treated at a shock trauma center, and officials said midday that his injuries were minor.

The suspect is the driver of a silver or gray passenger vehicle, believed to be an Infiniti displaying partial license plates, according to a news release. Police said the vehicle has dark-tinted windows along with front end damage and broken headlights.

Shortly before 3:30 a.m., a trooper from the Golden Ring Barrack attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a gray Infiniti at the intersection of Belle Avenue and Milford Avenue in Baltimore. As the trooper approached the driver side of the vehicle, the door opened slightly and shots were fired from inside the car toward the officer.

State police said the trooper did not return fire. The driver fled the scene traveling east on Belle Avenue.

Mayor Brandon M. Scott and Police Commissioner Richard J. Worley issued a statement midday Tuesday on the shooting: "We are committed to using every available resource to help bring this individual into custody alongside our partners. Anyone who recognizes the suspect or the vehicle … is urged to come forward immediately. Even the smallest piece of information could be critical.

"This senseless act of violence against a law enforcement officer endangered both the trooper and our entire city. It will not be tolerated, and we will not rest until the person responsible is held accountable. We are deeply grateful that the officer only experienced minimal injuries and is expected to make a full recovery. Our thoughts are with this trooper, their family, and the entire Maryland State Police community as he undergoes medical care, and as the investigation to bring the culprit to justice proceeds."

Troopers from the Criminal Enforcement Division, assisted by officers from the Baltimore Police Department and the Baltimore County Police Department heard the broadcast and responded to the scene. EMS took the trooper by ambulance to the hospital, where he is receiving medical treatment.

State Police ask anyone who can identify the driver in the photos below or who has information relevant to the investigation to contact police at 410-653-4200. All callers may remain confidential.