A police officer was injured Thursday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle during a traffic stop in the Village of Haverstraw, according to the Town of Haverstraw Police Department.

At approximately 1:10 p.m., officers conducted a vehicle stop for a traffic infraction on Riverfront Drive. While attempting to engage with the driver, the operator suddenly accelerated, striking one of the officers before fleeing the scene.

Authorities immediately broadcast a description of the vehicle along with its license plate information over police radio.

A responding officer later located the vehicle traveling on West Street. Police conducted a stop, and the occupants were taken into custody without further incident.

The injured officer was transported to a local hospital and is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

“This incident is one of many examples of the dangers our officers face every day while performing their duties,” said John Gould Jr.. “I am grateful that our officer’s injuries are not life-threatening and proud of the swift and professional response by our personnel in quickly locating the vehicle and safely taking the individuals into custody. We will not tolerate actions that put our officers or community members at risk.”

Police said additional information will be released as the investigation continues.

A second-alarm structure fire in Old Tappan was brought under control Tuesday morning following a coordinated response from multiple fire departments, including mutual aid from Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan.

At approximately 7:00 a.m., Tappan firefighters were initially dispatched to relocate an engine to the Old Tappan Fire Department headquarters while crews there were operating at the scene of a working fire. While en route, the assignment was upgraded by Bergen County Fire Dispatch, and Tappan’s Engine 21-1502 was redirected directly to the incident.

Upon arrival, firefighters reported to the command post and were assigned to assist crews operating at the rear of the residence. As operations progressed, Tappan personnel were later reassigned to serve as the FAST (Firefighter Assist and Search Team), a critical safety role focused on firefighter rescue.

Firefighters were able to knock down the main body of fire, and overhaul operations began shortly afterward. The incident was placed under control at approximately 8:30 a.m.

Officials credited the quick containment to a strong mutual aid response and coordinated efforts among all departments on scene.