Hit-and-Run Incident Injures Two NYPD Officers in Brooklyn

On December 16, 2025, at approximately 4:40 a.m., two officers from the New York Police Department (NYPD) were injured during a traffic stop in Gravesend, Brooklyn. The officers had pulled over a gray Mercedes C300 after the driver ran a red light at the intersection of West 8th Street and Quentin Road. As the officers approached the vehicle, the driver reversed the car, striking both officers before fleeing the scene.

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The officers exited their marked patrol car to engage with the driver when the incident occurred. According to police reports, the driver, later identified as 20-year-old Anas Rao from Flatlands, reversed into the officers, causing minor injuries. Both officers were subsequently transported to a local hospital, where one was treated for injuries to his leg and the other for injuries to his foot. They were reported to be in stable condition following the incident.

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Hours after the hit-and-run, Anas Rao was apprehended by police. He faces multiple charges, including two counts of assault, two counts of reckless endangerment, possession of a forged instrument, vehicular assault, and two counts of obstruction of governmental administration. This incident marks Rao's first arrest, according to police records.

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The NYPD has emphasized the seriousness of the incident, highlighting the risks faced by officers during routine traffic stops. Police sources have urged the public to come forward with any information regarding the incident, providing contact details for Crime Stoppers to facilitate tips.

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While the incident has drawn attention to the dangers of policing, some community members have expressed concerns about police practices during traffic stops. Critics argue that aggressive enforcement can escalate situations unnecessarily, leading to dangerous outcomes for both officers and civilians.

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There are minor discrepancies in the timing of the incident reported by various sources. While most reports indicate the incident occurred around 4:39 a.m., one source specifies 4:40 a.m. Additionally, initial reports indicated that no arrests had been made at the time of publication, which was later corrected following Rao's apprehension.

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• “When they did so, police reported, the Mercedes driver suddenly moved the vehicle in reverse, hitting both cops.” — NYPD Source

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• “Google Maps Both officers were hospitalized with minor injuries, police said.” — NYPD Statement

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• “This was his first arrest, according to police.” — Police Records

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This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement during traffic stops and the potential for violence in such encounters.

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