GADSDEN, Ala. ( WBRC ) - A Gadsden Police Officer was injured while arresting two burglary suspects in East Gadsden Saturday afternoon.

According to the city of Gadsden, two suspects connected to recent burglaries in East Gadsden were confronted by officers and ran on foot before being apprehended Saturday, August 9.

Officials say one officer was injured during the arrest, but did not say what the injury was.

Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford says that he is proud of Gadsden Police and is asking for prayers for the officer injured during the arrest.

“Our officers put themselves in harm’s way every day to keep Gadsden safe, and we do not take that for granted. Today, one of our own was injured in the line of duty. I ask our community to join me in praying for the officer and their family while

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