A Vancouver police officer was injured Friday night during an altercation with a man in the downtown area. Patrol units were called at about 8:35 p.m. for a complaint of an aggressive panhandler at the corner of Sixth and Main streets. Other reports indicated that the panhandler was threatening patrons of a nearby bar, according to a news release from the Vancouver Police Department. Upon arrival, police contacted the suspect, and a physical altercation ensued between an officer and the suspect.
Vancouver Police Officer Injured In Altercation
Jessica Prokop, The Columbian
Sat, 04/22/2017 - 8:54pm
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Topics: Washington Clark County Vancouver
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