Authorities are looking for a man that almost struck a police officer while fleeing a traffic stop in Plainville.
The police department said they pulled a car over just before 7:15 p.m. in front of the Volkswagen dealership on New Britain Avenue.
Police said the driver took off and nearly struck an officer during his getaway.
Authorities are looking for a Mercedes with license plate BH-76241.
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Anyone with information about the suspect is asked to contact Officer Monthei at 860-747-1616 or by email at Monthei@plainville-ct.gov.
