Several officers injured while apprehending armed suspect in Northwest Baltimore

BALTIMORE -- Baltimore City Police say at around 2 a.m. a sergeant in the Northwestern District was conducting a traffic stop near the intersection of Park Heights Avenue and Garrison Boulevard when they saw someone with a firearm.

While the sergeant was attempting to take the suspect into custody, a brief struggle ensued and the suspect's firearm discharged.

The suspect then attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended and placed under arrest.

Police recovered the weapon at the scene and the suspect was not injured.

The Sergeant sustained injuries and assisting officers also sustained minor injuries.

All of the officers involved in the incident were treated at an area hospital.

The investigation into the incident remain ongoing.