A 35-YEAR-OLD woman from Morvant who allegedly hit a police officer with a vehicle has been arrested and charged.

The officer sustained minor injuries while conducting a traffic enforcement exercise on May 2.

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) confirmed that the incident occurred in the vicinity of Maraval Road, Port of Spain via media release on Friday.

Reports are that approximately 1.25 pm, Police Constable Solozano was conducting wrecking duties aboard a contracted wrecker vehicle, when he observed a silver Toyota Axio, illegally parked in breach of a clearly marked ‘No Parking’ sign.

While engaging the driver regarding the offence, the motorist became irate and attempted to drive away.

Despite being instructed to stop, the driver proceeded forward, striking the wrecker’s door and pinning PC Solozano, who attempted to avoid being hit.

He was later treated for minor injuries at the St James Infirmary and discharged.

 Prompt response from other officers ensured the scene was secured and the suspect was taken to the Woodbrook Police Station.

The driver, of Paradise Heights, Morvant, was arrested and charged with several offences, including:

•         Wanton Driving

•         Assault on a Police Officer

•         Failing to Render Aid

•         Obstruction of a Police Officer

•         Failing to Comply with a Lawful Order

She appeared before the Port of Spain Magistrates’ Court on Monday and the matter was postponed to June 2.

 The TTPS is reminding all motorists to comply with road regulations and cooperate with law enforcement officers carrying out their lawful duties.

“The safety of our officers and the public remains a top priority,” the TTPS stated.