GOSHEN, IND. (WOWO) A Goshen Police officer is recovering from minor injuries after being struck by a vehicle during a late-night incident Saturday in Elkhart County. Authorities say the incident occurred during a response to a reported reckless vehicle gathering, and an investigation is now underwa y. The Lead Off A Goshen Police officer was struck by a vehicle Saturday night while responding to a reported gathering on Elkhart Road. The driver of a Jeep allegedly fled the scene after hitting the officer. An arrest was made, though officials have not confirmed whether it is directly tied to the incident. Officers respond to reported vehicle gathering According to Goshen Police, officers were dispatched just after 11 p.m. to the 4500 block of Elkhart Road following reports of a “large reckless vehicle gathering” involving activity between the area and U.S. 20. When officers arrived at the scene, multiple vehicles reportedly left the area. Authorities said the situation escalated as officers attempted to gain control of the scene and disperse the vehicles involved according to WSBT-22. Officer struck during attempted stop Police said a Jeep failed to comply with officer commands to stop and struck a Goshen Police officer before leaving the area. The officer sustained minor injuries and is expected to recover, according to officials. Following the incident, law enforcement briefly pursued the vehicle, but the chase was later called off. Pursuit discontinued, arrest made Officials said the pursuit did not continue for an extended period and was ultimately terminated by responding officers. Dispatch confirmed that an arrest was made in connection with the incident, though authorities have not clarified whether the arrest is directly related to the vehicle that struck the officer or the broader gathering that prompted the response. No additional suspect details have been released at this time. Investigation continues Law enforcement agencies are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the gathering, the vehicle involved in the officer-involved collision, and the subsequent arrest. Officials have not released information regarding potential charges or court proceedings as the investigation remains active. The Takeaway Officer injured during response to reported gathering A Goshen Police officer suffered minor injuries after being struck by a vehicle while responding to a reported reckless vehicle gathering in the 4500 block of Elkhart Road. Vehicle fled scene before brief pursuit Authorities say a Jeep failed to stop for officers, struck the officer, and left the area before a short pursuit was initiated and later discontinued. Arrest made as investigation continues Police confirmed an arrest was made following the incident, though its direct connection to the collision remains under investigation as officials review evidence and statements. The post Goshen Police Officer Hit by Vehicle During Late-Night Incident on Elkhart Road appeared first on WOWO News/Talk 92.3 FM and 1190 AM. ...read more read less