Officer Shoots at Driver When Pinned Between Vehicles: Police

A Bladensburg police officer fired his weapon at a driver who reportedly pinned the officer against a car with his vehicle as he fled arrest early Sunday, authorities say.

According to police, Officer Michael Luciotti responded to a domestic assault in the 4300 block of Kenilworth Avenue about 12:30 a.m. Sunday. The male suspect resisted arrest and fled in a car, pinning Luciotti against a parked vehicle.

Investigators say the officer fired his service weapon in self defense. The unidentified suspect was later found and taken to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

Luciotti is a two-year veteran assigned to patrol. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment of injuries he suffered when struck by the car. He has been placed on administrative leave.

Prince George’s County Police Department is conducting the investigation.

Police ask that anyone with information about the case call (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 (TIPS (8477), text “PGPD” plus your message to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police to submit a tip online.