Officer Hit, Injured by Car on 5 Freeway at Highway 76 [San Diego, CA]

Officer Struck, Injured by Driver on 5 Freeway in San Diego

 
SAN DIEGO, CA (June 21, 2022) — An officer was hit and injured by a car on the 5 Freeway at Highway 76 on Friday morning.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, the pedestrian accident happened around 6:00 a.m. For unknown reasons, a southbound semi-truck, driven by a 47-year-old Granada Hills resident, lost two of its tires.
 
Shortly after, a female officer pulled over in an attempt to remove the tires from the road. However, an oncoming BMW traveling in the No. 4 lane struck the officer.
 
As a result, the San Diego Police Officer suffered minor injuries in the crash. However, reports did not indicate whether officers cited or arrested the 22-year-old man driving the BMW.
 
At this time, police do not suspect alcohol to have played a role in the accident, but if anyone has seen this crash, please call the CHP Oceanside office at 760-643-3400.
 
An accident can occur for a number of reasons. Always get your vehicle serviced routinely to prevent mechanical failures. Also, keep your eyes on the road, so you can respond accordingly to obstructions or hazards. Keep this in mind when driving.

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