Police Ask for Public’s Help After New York Trooper was Shot

State Police Ask for the Public's Help

The New York State Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating a vehicle that they say is wanted in connection with the shooting of a State Trooper.  This is a breaking news story; we'll pass it along if we get more information.

As of this morning, State Police are still looking for the vehicle and man associated with an incident on Wednesday night at around 11:45 pm.  That's when, according to the New York State Police, a Tropper was shot on the Southern State Parkway westbound in the area of Exit 17, West Hempstead, Nassau County, NY.

Thankfully, according to the New York State Police, the Trooper is in a nearby hospital and is in stable condition.

Who Are Police Looking For?

The suspect, who is believed to be a dark-skinned male, allegedly fled the scene in a black sedan.  State Police say the vehicle he was driving may have been a possibly Dodge Charger with a New Jersey temporary tag of 997636T. The vehicle is further described as having custom matte gray dual exhaust tips.
The Trooper is in stable condition at a local hospital, and the investigation is ongoing.
The New York State Police are asking any witnesses or anyone with information regarding this incident to call (631)756-3300

• The suspect is believed to be a dark-skinned male,
• State Police say the vehicle he was driving may have been a possibly Dodge Charger with a New Jersey temporary tag of 997636T.
• The vehicle is further described as having custom matte gray dual exhaust tips.