STATEN ISLAND (WABC) -- An NYPD officer is recovering after suffering minor injuries while pursuing a suspect on Staten Island, police said.
At approximately 4 a.m. Saturday, officers were flagged down in their patrol car by a victim who was standing outside the vicinity of 3555 Victory Blvd., according to the NYPD.
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The victim pointed out a suspect, who police say is a known suspect in a previous armed robbery.
As officers approached the vehicle, the suspect drove off, causing injuries to the officer's left shoulder and left arm.
He was taken to the hospital for observation.
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The vehicle was described as a red, four-door sedan.
No arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.
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