Glendale, AZ – Officer Struck & Seriously Injured Near L-101 & Glendale Ave
Glendale, AZ (June 12, 2020) – A driver is in custody after seriously injuring an officer and leading police on a chase that ended in a crash on Friday night.
Per information from authorities at the scene, the car chase started in Peoria and ended in Glendale off the Loop 101 freeway, close to Glendale Avenue. Initially, the officer in question was investigating a suspicious-looking vehicle. That car eventually fled, striking and running over the officer.
Other officers then chased after the suspect in the vehicle, who later crashed. The suspect was then taken into custody in Glendale.
The injured officer was transported to the hospital with serious injuries but is expected to recover. The identity of the suspect has yet to be released, though the accident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are extended to the injured officer and their family in hopes of a fast recovery.
Injurious Pedestrian Accidents in Arizona
Reaching triple digits in metro Phoenix and high-population areas across the state, pedestrian accidents are on the rise, per information from local authorities. From Tempe to Mesa or Scottsdale and beyond, these unfortunate incidents are on the rise. Oftentimes, these serious crashes are the result of distracted or impaired driving.
After these pedestrian incidents, victims are left with high medical costs, long-term physical problems, and emotional trauma. That’s why it’s essential for victims and their families to speak with an Arizona personal injury attorney in their time of need.
Our Arizona attorneys at ELG have extensive experience and are fully committed to helping victims seek the justice they deserve.
If you have been injured in a collision through no fault of your own, contact our accident lawyers at (623) 877-3600 for more information. Our skilled, compassionate lawyers are ready to help you and your family safeguard your legal rights following an accident.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.
