Baltimore officer struck during chase of armed robbery suspect

The officer was hit by an uninvolved vehicle while pursuing the suspect on foot.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 3:19am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a police radio or other crime scene evidence object, lit dramatically by a harsh flash against a dark background to create a stark, gritty investigative aesthetic.A recent police chase in Baltimore ended with an officer struck by an uninvolved vehicle, exposing the risks of urban pursuits.Baltimore Today

A Baltimore police officer was struck by an uninvolved car while chasing a person wanted for an armed robbery on Wednesday evening. The officer was taken to the hospital, and the 42-year-old armed robbery suspect was arrested at the scene.

Why it matters

Police chases can be dangerous for both officers and bystanders, and this incident highlights the risks involved when officers pursue suspects in populated urban areas. The safety of the public and law enforcement is a top priority, and this event raises questions about pursuit policies and protocols.

The details

Officers responded around 8:20 p.m. to the 5700 block of Reisterstown Road near West Northern Parkway, where they met a suspect wanted on a warrant. During a foot chase and arrest, an officer was struck by an uninvolved vehicle. The officer was taken to the hospital, but his condition is unknown. The driver of the uninvolved vehicle remained at the scene, and the 42-year-old armed robbery suspect was arrested.

  • The incident occurred around 8:20 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Baltimore Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for responding to the armed robbery call and pursuing the suspect.

42-year-old armed robbery suspect

The individual wanted on a warrant who was the target of the police chase, leading to the officer being struck by an uninvolved vehicle.

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What’s next

The police department will investigate the incident and review their pursuit policies to determine if any changes are needed to improve officer and public safety.

The takeaway

This event underscores the inherent risks and challenges police face when pursuing suspects in populated urban areas, and the need for continued evaluation of pursuit protocols to balance public safety with effective law enforcement.