Police are looking for a man who allegedly punched an on-duty police officer in Brooklyn.

It happened Friday night near Bushwick Avenue and Cook Street in Bushwick, according to police.

Investigators say the police officer was attempting to place Brian Ackwood under arrest, when the 25-year-old punched the officer in the face.

The officer suffered a laceration to the left eye.

Police say Ackwood was able to get away and was last seen heading towards the Bushwick housing development.

Anyone with information on the case should contact the Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS, or text CRIMES and then enter TIP577, or visit www.nypdcrimestoppers.com.