A New York State Trooper was shot during a traffic stop Wednesday night, according to multiple reports.

Officials told New York Post The shooting occurred around 11:30 p.m. on the Southern State Parkway in West Hempstead, Long Island. A state trooper pulled over a black Dodge Charger and was shot by a person inside the vehicle, sources told the Post.

NBC Police believe the suspect fled the scene and remains at large. Authorities said they were in a vehicle with New Jersey temporary tag NJ 997636T.

It was reported that the unidentified soldier suffered a gunshot wound to the leg and was taken to Nassau University Medical Center in stable condition. A fellow New York State Police officer provided assistance before the injured trooper was taken to the hospital. ABC remail.

Additional details, including the circumstances of the traffic stop, were not released. An investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to call 631-756-3300.