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According to authorities, a police officer in central California engaged in an exchange of gunfire with a suspect during a pursuit, resulting in the officer being shot in his bulletproof vest. The suspect was subsequently killed by another officer on the scene.

Police Chief Mindy Casto reported that on Saturday evening, a suspect fled from a traffic stop in northwest Fresno. The suspect drove recklessly, endangering other motorists by cutting them off and running red lights, prompting a police helicopter crew to monitor his movements.

After the suspect was pursued and located by officers on the ground, he exited his vehicle and began firing shots, as per the police report. In response, the officers returned fire, ultimately resulting in the suspect being incapacitated, Casto explained.

As of Sunday, the investigation was still in progress, and it remained unclear how many rounds were discharged by either the suspect or the two officers involved in the incident. However, the deputy chief did confirm that the suspect had fired his weapon at least once.

"There is evidence to suggest that the officer was hit by gunfire in his ballistic vest," according to Chief Casto. Fortunately, the officer sustained only minor injuries. The officer who shot and killed the suspect did not sustain any injuries.

As reported by the Fresno Bee, the suspect had a lengthy criminal record, including over 20 arrests and six outstanding warrants. The identity of the suspect has not been released.