An Anne Arundel County police officer shot and wounded a driver after the officer attempted to complete a traffic stop in Crofton on Saturday night, a spokesman said.
The officer attempted the traffic stop at about 7:30 p.m. near Crain and Defense highways, said department spokesman Lt. Michael Brothers.
When the driver failed to stop, a pursuit ensued. At some point, the officer's vehicle was rear-ended by the other driver's vehicle, Brothers said. He said the officer opened fire, injuring the suspect, who was taken to an area hospital.
The officer was not injured, he said.
No additional information was available Saturday night.
Police are investigating the incident.
