A police officer in Covington is recovering after being injured during a traffic stop. The officer was taken to a hospital and is in stable condition. Authorities have launched a search for a suspect involved in the incident.

The incident occurred at a convenience store location on a major highway. Details about the suspect and the events surrounding the incident are not available at this time. For the latest information on this developing story, readers can check with Atlanta News First for updates as more details become available.