PRISON FOR OFFICER ATTACK

The man who tried to stab a police officer with a needle has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. Suspected gang member Michael Fritts attacked the officer during a traffic stop somewhere in Bakersfield last year. A loaded firearm and body armor was found in the stolen car.

Co-defendant Mary Ochoa was sentenced to 180 days in jail.

Jill Michaels and Kelli Pierce