Peel Regional Police are searching for a 41-year-old man accused of injuring an officer while fleeing a traffic stop in Brampton.
The incident occurred on May 26 after an officer stopped a vehicle near Peel Centre Drive due to allegedly improper licence plates. Police say the driver became uncooperative and fled on foot, leading to a brief pursuit.
During an attempted arrest, the suspect allegedly struggled with and assaulted the officer before breaking free and returning to his vehicle. Investigators allege he then drove away, striking both the officer and a marked police cruiser in an effort to escape. The officer sustained minor injuries.
Police have identified the suspect as David Munoz. He is wanted on multiple charges, including assaulting a peace officer, assault with a weapon, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, breach of probation, and failure to comply with a release order.
Authorities also allege that he was prohibited from driving at the time of the incident. The suspect vehicle is described as a grey 2007 BMW 525i bearing Ontario licence plate CSLJ609.
Update – Police have arrested the suspect on June 11.