Canton Police Searching for Suspect in Officer-Involved Shooting

Police are searching for a person that was involved in an officer-involved shooting Friday night.

Police said an officer discharged his firearm during a motor vehicle stop on Collins View Road in Canton.

According to police, the suspect fled the area in a vehicle.

Police said they are looking for a male possibly in his late 20’s early 30’s in a dark colored vehicle that should have holes in it.

The officer involved was transported by ambulance to a hospital for evaluation.

State Police said Central District Major Crime’s is taking over the investigation.

Police are asking any witnesses to contact the CT State Police at (860) 685-8190 or the Canton Police Department at (860) 693-0221.

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