What happened to the Cobb County officer?

The Cobb County officer was struck and dragged by the door of Terrell Northington's vehicle as Northington tried to flee the scene.

What charges does Terrell Northington face?

Terrell Northington faces charges including aggravated assault, possession of marijuana, possession of firearms during a felony, fleeing and eluding police, obstruction, and more.

Where did the incident involving the Cobb County officer and Terrell Northington take place?

The incident occurred on Windy Hill Road in Cobb County, Georgia.

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Cobb County Officer Struck by Fleeing Suspect's Vehicle

15 Nov

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Summary

Suspect Terrell Northington arrested after hitting officer with vehicle
Northington charged with aggravated assault, drug, and firearm offenses
Officer struck by vehicle door not seriously injured

Cobb County Officer Struck by Fleeing Suspect's Vehicle

According to the Cobb County Police Department, a troubling incident occurred on October 30th, just after midnight. Officers responded to a medical call on Windy Hill Road, where they encountered Terrell Northington.

As the officers investigated the scene, Northington suddenly put his vehicle in reverse with the door open, striking and dragging one of the officers. Northington then attempted to flee the scene, but was eventually apprehended and taken into custody nearby.

Fortunately, the officer struck by the vehicle's door was not seriously injured. However, Northington now faces a slew of charges, including aggravated assault, possession of marijuana, two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, fleeing and attempting to elude police, obstruction, driving the wrong way, parking in a handicapped spot, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.