CHP investigating deputy riding in towed patrol car on 60 Freeway

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The California Highway Patrol said it’s investigating an incident where people saw an officer riding in a patrol car that was being towed on a flatbed truck in Riverside County.

It happened on the westbound 60 Freeway on March 1.

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In a statement to KTLA, the CHP said the car had a transmission failure and needed a tow.

They say they're reviewing what happened, and they're committed to professionalism and accountability.

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