Akron police said shots were fired at officers during a traffic stop in front of an elementary school.
Two officers pulled a vehicle over before 4 a.m. when one person inside the vehicle fired at the officers.
The officer then returned fire.
The officer involved is a four-year veteran of the Akron Police Department. The officer will be placed on paid administrative leave according to department procedure.
The driver then fled the scene. It is unknown if the driver was struck.
“This incident underscores the risks and challenges our officers courageously face as they serve the community daily. While the incident remains under investigation, we are actively seeking the whereabouts of the suspect involved," Police Chief Brian Harding said.
Police are searching for a Silver F150 with license plate number PND1016.
“The incident our officers faced this morning was incredibly dangerous. We will pursue this perpetrator with every available resource, just as we will for every act of violence committed in this city. Our officers are increasingly facing armed suspects, and this incident once again highlights the danger they often encounter in the line of duty. I'm thankful our officers were not injured, and we would ask anyone with information to come forward so the suspect can be brought to justice," Mayor Shammas Malik said.
Vernon Odom Boulevard was closed at Tyler Street in front of Stewart Primary School.
No injuries were reported.
