Crime

Police Are Still Looking For A Man Who Shot, Injured Officer

The officer was responding to a prowler call when he was shot twice.

Police Are Still Looking For A Man Who Shot, Injured Officer
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Police are searching for a man who shot and injured a Mississippi police officer early Wednesday morning.

According to local outlets, officer Kevin Parker was shot twice after responding to a prowler call. Parker was shot in the chest and shoulder, but is in stable condition, according to authorities, thanks to his bulletproof vest. (Video via WDBDWTVA)

In a statement, the City of Corinth police said the suspect struggled with Parker for his gun before turning it on him and shooting.

If anyone has any information on the suspect, they are asked to contact the Corinth Police Department.