Police officer fires at car attempting to run him over in Perry County

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1. Ohio police officer shoots at car attempting to run him over

   Brian Hofmann

   Published October 23, 2026 · Accessed October 23, 2026

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   • A police officer fired his gun at a car that was attempting to run him over Friday morning in Perry County, with the driver still at large as of the afternoon, NBC4 (WCMH-TV) reported.

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     A police officer fired his gun at a car that was attempting to run him over Friday morning in Perry County, with the driver still at large as of the afternoon.

   • The encounter began when officers attempted to pull over a car within village limits, according to Somerset police.

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     According to Somerset police, officers attempted to pull over a car in village limits.

2. Suspect sought after police pursuit, shooting involving officer in Perry County

   www.10tv.com

   Published October 23, 2026 · Accessed October 23, 2026

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   • The suspect did not pull over when officers initiated the traffic stop, leading to a pursuit, the Somerset Police Department said.

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     The Somerset Police Department said the suspect did not pull over when officers initiated a traffic stop, leading to a pursuit.

   • A suspect is being sought following the pursuit and shooting involving an officer in Perry County, 10TV (WBNS) reported.

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     Suspect sought after police pursuit, shooting involving officer in Perry County