University Place crash involving patrol cars sends 3 people to the hospital

University Place, WALocal News

In the early hours of May 22, 2023, a crash in University Place, Washington, involving patrol cars resulted in three people being hospitalized. The accident occurred around 4:30 a. m. at the busy intersection of Cirque and Bridgeport Way. According to the Pierce County Sheriff's Department, one individual was ejected from a vehicle during the crash and was taken to the hospital, with their condition currently unknown.

Two deputies who were involved also sustained injuries but are expected to be okay. The road was subsequently closed to facilitate an investigation into the cause of the crash. No additional information has been provided by authorities at this time. The incident highlights the potential dangers associated with police vehicle operations and the impact of accidents on local communities. As the investigation unfolds, further details are anticipated to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this serious accident.

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