Police announce identity of man wanted in Lindenhurst crash that injured an officer

Police say Christian Castillo rammed into multiple police cars and an officer who was on foot earlier in March.

News 12 Staff

Mar 24, 2023, 9:35 PM

Updated 623 days ago

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Police announced the identity of the driver they say intentionally injured an officer during a crash in Lindenhurst. 
Police say Christian Castillo rammed into multiple police cars and an officer who was on foot earlier in March. 
The 20-year-old then fled the scene, according to police. 
Police are now asking for the public's help to find him. 
The officer suffered injuries not considered life-threatening. 
A reward of up to $5,000 is now being offered for information that leads to an arrest.