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Fox News
Fox News
17 Jul 2023


A West Virginia state trooper was shot Monday during a traffic stop in Raleigh County and police are searching for the suspect, officials said.

The trooper stopped a white Jeep Grand Cherokee at the Dollar General in Midway near Interstate 77. Shortly after, a man inside the vehicle fired a gun and struck the officer in the elbow, a statement from the West Virginia State Police said.

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Officials reported that a West Virginia state trooper was shot on Monday during a traffic stop in Raleigh County, and the police are currently on the lookout for the suspect.

The shooter fled and police asked anyone who locates the vehicle to contact authorities. Police said the Jeep has older damage on the driver’s side.

Authorities did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the officer’s condition.