A police officer was injured while conducting a traffic stop in Waterbury last week.
Authorities pulled over a car believed to be involved in multiple thefts across the state on Cherry Street on Dec. 4.
It happened around 3:15 p.m. During their investigation, officers learned that the driver had a warrant out for his arrest.
While police tried to arrest the driver, the passenger suddenly switched seats and put the car in reverse in an attempt to flee.
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That's when a car door struck a police officer, causing him to fall to the ground and hit his head on the sidewalk, causing an abrasion, according to police.
A second officer was able to stop the car and the man was taken into custody. He faces charges including assault on a police officer, reckless endangerment, interfering with an officer, breach of peace and more.
The man also had several active warrants for his arrest. He is being held on a $256,000 bond.
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A nearby vehicle was also struck during the incident. The initial driver was arrested, too, and faces larceny charges.
