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The Nassau County Police Department reported that the incident happened in Massapequa at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 10.
Police said the man was known to officers from previous interactions.
After removing the man safely from the roadway, the officer was injured while trying to restrain him, according to police.
Police said the officer suffered an injury to his right shoulder. The officer was taken to the hospital, where he was treated and released.
The man was also brought to a local hospital without further incident, said police.
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