DETROIT (WWJ) - Two Detroit police officers were taken to the hospital after their SUV was involved in a crash along I-75.
The crash happened around 3:50 a.m. Friday on southbound I-75 near Clay Street, not far from the Russell Industrial Center.
Michigan State Police say the officers were responded to a call with the cruiser's lights and siren activated when an older model Chevy Blazer that was also heading southbound drove into the path of the patrol car, hitting it.
Two Detroit Police Officers taken to a hospital after accident on I-75 S at the Clay Ave/E Gr Blvd exit. At least one person in a older model 2-dr Chevy Blazer may have been taken to a hospital, as well. Investigation leaves only lft lane open fr Caniff to Clay. @WWJ950 pic.twitter.com/cnUm3vrnlg
— Mike Campbell (@reportermikec) June 28, 2019Both officers and the driver of the other vehicle all received minor injuries and were taken to the hospital.
The crash remains under investigation. Police say dash cam footage will be reviewed.
Only the left lane remains open from Caniff to Clay as police continue to investigate the scene. Drivers are urged to avoid the area.
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