Suspect in custody after Romeoville police officer shot in line of duty

The shooting occurred just after midnight near the intersection of Sierra Trail and Summerfield Drive, according to police. Samer Hernandez, 29, was arrested. He was out on parole for previous offenses. 

Prior to the shooting, officers encountered a vehicle that was reported stolen. When they approached, they saw Hernandez fleeing.

During a foot chase, police exchanged gunfire with the suspect and an officer was hit in the right shoulder. 

The officer was transported to Loyola University Medical Center where he is expected to recover. 

Hernandez was found around 5:45 a.m. less than a mile away from the shooting in a backyard hiding in some shrubbery. 

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