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NYPD officer arrested in NJ road rage shooting

The victim in the May 17 incident was taken to a hospital, where he remains in treatment. There was no immediate update on his condition Friday

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A 27-year-old NYPD officer from Yonkers has been arrested and is being extradited to New Jersey to face charges including attempted murder in a road rage shooting, authorities say.

Hieu Tran waived extradition at Friday's hearing after meeting with his lawyer. His attorney couldn't immediately be reached for comment. A law enforcement source said he worked in the NYPD's press office.

According to investigators, Tran allegedly used his department-issued weapon to shoot a 30-year-old Voorhees Township man, who then crashed his vehicle near Route 73 and Cooper Road late on Friday, May 17.

The victim was taken to a hospital, where he remains in treatment. There was no immediate update on his condition Friday.

Police sources say Tran fled New Jersey after the shooting. He was spotted at police headquarters Tuesday, two days before his arrest.

Authorities claim surveillance video, cellphone records and ballistics evidence identify Tran as the shooter. The ballistics allegedly matched his service weapon. The officer, who has been suspended without pay, was arrested on Thursday. He is expected to be extradited later Friday.

In addition to attempted murder, charges include aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose.

Tran's family members were present at Friday's extradition hearing. They declined comment.

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