PHOENIX — A Chandler police officer was allegedly injured by a motorcyclist during a traffic stop in Tempe on Saturday night, authorities said.

According to the Chandler Police Department, the officer was in Tempe as part of a task force.

The motorcyclist is facing charges of aggravated assault, unlawful flight, reckless driving, criminal speed, endangerment and resisting arrest.

Details on injured Chandler police officer

The officer attempted to make a traffic stop on a motorcycle around 11:17 p.m.

Police said that instead of stopping, the driver fled and a short time later stopped at a traffic light.

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