Valley Officer Injured in Suspect Showdown

A Phoenix police officer was injured on Sunday night during a confrontation with an armed robbery suspect.

According to the Phoenix Police Department, the incident occurred during a traffic stop around 9 p.m.

Officers had pulled over a vehicle they believed was connected to an armed robbery that took place earlier that day.

During the stop, a struggle ensued between the suspect and multiple officers, resulting in one officer sustaining minor injuries.

The injured officer received initial treatment at the scene and subsequently drove themselves to a local hospital for further evaluation.

Additional details about the incident have not been disclosed.

This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.