COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — The Colorado Springs Police Department says an officer sustained injuries after trying to arrest a wanted individual in Red Rock Canyon Open Space on Friday.
According to the CSPD Blotter, the officer spoke to an individual before attempting to take them into custody. A struggle between the officer and the wanted individual ensued before both the officer and the wanted person lost their footing falling down about 30' into a part of the canyon.
The suspect ran away following the fall and due to an injury, the Colorado Springs Fire Department responded to perform a high-angle rescue and help the injured officer get to safety. The officer was taken to a local hospital to get treatment for their injuries.
At of this time, there is no information about the suspect that the officer was looking for.
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