WPRI: Police searching for vehicle, driver who hit officer

The officer had been directing traffic at Dave’s Marketplace on Airport Road Saturday about 10 a.m..

The woman began arguing with the officer, then backed up her vehicle about fifty feet and drove at the officer head-on. He was able to step partially out of the way, but had minor injuries.

The woman sped away, southbound on Warwick Avenue. She’s described as a woman in her 20s or 30s. Several eyewitnesses saw it happen, but the woman remains at large.

If you see the vehicle on the road, Warwick Police ask you to call (401) 468-4293.