Shooters at large after firing at MPD officers who tried to pull them over

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department is searching for a group of suspects in a blue Honda Accord who fired shots at officers who were attempting to pull them over for a traffic stop Friday night.

MPD reports that the gunfire struck the patrol car’s windshield, but luckily, no one was hurt.

Officers attempted the traffic stop in the area of Tutwiler Avenue and North Graham Street at 7:41 p.m.

The Accord managed to evade officers after the occupants fired the shots.

It’s unclear how many suspects were inside. Police have not yet released their descriptions.

Officers are now searching for the Accord, according to MPD.

Footage from the scene shows that backup officers were called to assist in the investigation. The area has been partially blocked with crime scene tape as police gather evidence.

MPD did not disclose the reason for the attempted traffic stop.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.

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