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Officer in unmarked vehicle target of shooting

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Posted at 2:36 PM, Jun 26, 2020
and last updated 2020-06-26 14:36:48-04

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A Grand Rapids Police Officer escaped any injury when someone opened fire on his unmarked patrol car.

The officer was on patrol Wednesday night, June 24, near the area of Cass Avenue and Pleasant Street around 10:30 p.m. when several shots rang out, according to a release.

At least one bullet hit the cruiser.

The officer was able to drive away without being hurt.

So far investigators have not releases any details about the shooter, or why they opened fire.

Anyone with information can submit a tip through silent observer.