A Uniondale man on probation was arrested in an assault that sent a police officer to the hospital.

Police responded to Liberty Street to assist with a probation visit.

Detectives say Carlos Medrano ran off before officers arrived. During the arrest, a probation officer suffered injuries to his hands and legs.

Medrano was taken to the hospital for treatment.

Officers also recovered what they believed to be cocaine that Medrano tried to discard during the chase, authorities say.

Medrano faces multiple charges, including second-degree assault.