Police officials in Newark are reporting the shooting of a pit bull that attacked an officer earlier this evening.
According to police, shortly before 5:00 p.m., patrol officers attempted to stop a Jeep truck after witnessing it commit several traffic violations.
Police say they initiated a motor vehicle stop on South 14th Street when the driver drove a short distance and struck several parked cars before fleeing the truck.
During a foot pursuit, an officer shot and killed a pit bull that attempted to attack him police said.
Police say there were no other injuries reported and the investigation is on-going.
Police continue to search for the suspect who remains at-large.
Director Ambrose is urging anyone with information about this or any criminal activity to call the Department's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867).
All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.