Two Chicago police officers were hurt Saturday night after a civilian car hit their marked squad car in the South Loop, leaving one officer in serious condition and another with a hand injury, police said. Emergency crews responded near State Street and Cermak Road.
Police said the crash happened around 9:41 p.m. in the 2200 block of S. State Street, when a black sedan attempting to turn westbound onto Cermak Road struck a southbound patrol car, according to ABC7 Chicago. Officers remained on scene investigating.
How it unfolded
As reported by CBS Chicago, the black sedan slammed into the back of the patrol car while attempting the turn. Officers issued a citation to the driver, and both the driver and a passenger refused emergency medical services at the scene, police said.
Officers’ conditions
One officer was taken to an area hospital with collar and back injuries and was listed in serious condition, while the second officer was treated for a hand injury and is expected to be OK, according to ABC7 Chicago. Area detectives are investigating.
No additional details were immediately released, as reported by CBS Chicago. We’ll update if the Chicago Police Department provides more information.
