HPD officer and K9 injured in crash that flipped police cruiser in downtown Houston, authorities say

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The Houston Police Department said an officer and his canine colleague are recovering from a crash that flipped his police cruiser in downtown overnight Friday.

According to HPD, the officer and K9 were on their way to assist with a chase when the police cruiser collided with a black Jeep on Smith Street at Pease Street at around midnight. Police said the Jeep ran a red light, which caused the crash. The officer’s vehicle flipped and rolled, traveling nearly a block, according to authorities.

Police said the officer had his lights and sirens activated when the crash happened.

Officers said the driver of the Jeep did not show any signs of impairment. Police said the driver was believed to have been taken to the hospital, but added that they do not believe anyone was seriously injured.

Both the HPD officer and the police dog were taken to the hospital for their injuries and are expected to be okay, according to officials. Police said the driver of the Jeep was believed to have been taken to the hospital as well, but added that no one was seriously injured.

HPD’s Vehicular Crimes Division is investigating

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