A Philadelphia Highway Patrol officer suffered a gunshot wound to the leg Monday night while searching a suspect following a traffic stop.
A Philadelphia Highway Patrol officer suffered a gunshot wound to the leg on Monday night while searching a suspect following a traffic stop. Chopper 6 overhead after officer shot in North Philly on May 4, 2026.
Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said two suspects had exited the vehicle and were being searched when an armed suspect's gun discharged, striking the officer in the leg. The 53-year-old officer was taken to Temple University Hospital, where he was listed in stable condition.
"We're fortunate he received a gunshot wound to his leg, but he's doing extremely well," said Bethel. Bethel said the injured officer and his partner were in the area responding to reports of gunfire prior to the traffic stop.
"We had some gunshots and gun activity up in that area. As a normal process, we send our special team in there, Highway Patrol, to settle things down," stated Bethel. At least one person was taken into custody. Officials did not immediately release information about potential charges.
Police said the injured officer has been with the department for 20 years. He is also a husband and father of three. Further details on the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation.
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