MORGAN COUNTY — Mooresville Police have released body-worn camera footage from an incident involving the pursuit of a driver in a vehicle that struck an officer on Saturday night.
The incident occurred while Mooresville Police were assisting Morgan County Deputies on State Road 67 around 6:47 p.m.
The video shows officers deploying stop sticks and a tire deflation device at the intersection of SR 67 and Sunset Lane in an attempt to safely end the pursuit. However, the suspect maneuvered around the right side of a police vehicle, striking Officer Chase Pitcock in the process.
WATCH: Body-worn camera footage shows a Mooresville officer struck by a fleeing suspect
Following the collision, Officer Pitcock was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, which include a broken thumb and significant sprains to his leg.
Officials expect him to be off work for at least two weeks, although this could extend further based on evaluations from a hand specialist regarding his treatment.
Due to public safety concerns stemming from the suspect's reckless driving, authorities decided to end the pursuit in the Camby area. The black Dodge Charger was initially pursued by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office before evading their units.
At this time, police said no arrests have been made.
Mooresville Police are urging anyone who may have information about the vehicle or its occupants to come forward. Individuals with tips can contact the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office at 765-342-5544 or the Mooresville Police Department at 317-831-3434.
