A Detroit Police Department patrol was hit by an SUV in a hit-and-run crash, leaving an officer injured, officials reported. The incident occurred around 5 p.m. yesterday at the intersection of Mack Avenue and Cadieux Road, a spot known for its bustling traffic. MKPLC notes that the officer's injuries were non-life-threatening. The driver of the SUV did not stop to offer assistance, converting a routine traffic incident into a hit-and-run investigation.
While the injured officer was fortunate enough to receive immediate help from other officers, the SUV's driver remains at large. The Detroit News reported the officers' vehicle was moving through Mack Avenue and Cadieux Road when it was struck. The suspect driver's vehicle then quickly left the scene.
The police department has yet to disclose any further details about the scope of the officer's injuries or if any arrests have been made. In a statement obtained by CBS News Detroit, an inquiry into the matter remains ongoing, and it's unknown whether the culprit has been identified. The department is urging anyone with information to come forward to aid the investigation.
