US Park Police Officer Airlifted After Being Struck By Driver Fleeing Traffic Stop In DC

A US Park Police officer was airlifted to the hospital after being struck by a driver fleeing from a traffic stop near the National Mall.

The officer was airlifted to the hospital on Wednesday.
Photo Credit: *Maryland State Police*

Zak Failla

03/20/2024 1:00 p.m.

The driver was reportedly speeding through an intersection when the officer was struck at around noon on Wednesday afternoon on 12th Street in Washington, DC.

Following the strike, a helicopter was called in, and the officer was taken to an area hospital for treatment of injuries that were described as non-life-threatening.

No details about the driver have been provided by the police. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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