Two officers injured in accident after teen flees police

Wednesday December 26, 2012

Police officers on the job are always at risk of accidents and injury. After an car collision that occurred the day after Christmas, a veteran cop and his partner were taken to urgent care. According to reports, their car was slammed by a teenage driver. One of the officers had just returned to work after suffering injuries when he fell through a skylight while pursuing burglars. Both officers endured severe head, neck and back injuries in the car accident.

According to reports the teen was fleeing from other officers at the time of the Bridgeport, Connecticut collision. Two officers were responding to an unrelated call when they spotted a speeding silver Honda. They tried to catch the car, but it sped off, running traffic lights and eluding the police. The vehicle took several turns and made multiple traffic violations when it eventually struck the other police cruiser.

The accident caused severe damage to both vehicles and the patrol car’s passenger door was ripped off in the collision. Though the driver was not immediately charged, it is likely that he will be arrested after the investigation moves forward. In cases involving negligence and criminal conduct, the criminal evidence can be used in a personal injury case. The teen driver in this accident could be held liable for injuries caused to the officers.

There was another passenger who was charged with interfering with police officers. He allegedly lunged at officers after he exited the vehicle and had to be wrestled to the ground. Any officer faces danger when on duty; however, they are still able to pursue injury claims against negligent or reckless drivers in the event of an accident. The officers may also be eligible to collect workers’ compensation.

Source: Connecticut Post, “Two Bridgeport officers hurt in crash,” Daniel Tepfur and Frank Juliano, Dec. 26, 2012

Get in Touch

Schedule a Free Initial Consultation

At Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., we handle all cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that we do not get paid unless and until you receive a settlement or a jury award.

Schedule a free, confidential consultation with a skilled Connecticut personal injury lawyer today.

News & insights
KJSR Recognized as Best Personal Injury Firm in CT - 2024
News

KJSR Recognized as Best Personal Injury Firm in CT - 2024

8

February
2024

Can You File a Claim for Injuries Suffered After a Failure-to-Yield Car Accident?
Articles

Can You File a Claim for Injuries Suffered After a Failure-to-Yield Car Accident?

7

December
2023

What Happens if You Fall at Work? (and What to Do Next)
Articles

What Happens if You Fall at Work? (and What to Do Next)

7

December
2023

4 Steps to Take After a Medical Misdiagnosis
Articles

4 Steps to Take After a Medical Misdiagnosis

15

November
2023

News

KJSR Recognized in 2024 edition of Best Law Firms in America®

2

November
2023

Will a Hit-and-Run Claim Raise My Insurance?
Articles

Will a Hit-and-Run Claim Raise My Insurance?

12

October
2023

Surgical Stapler Injuries: Can You File a Lawsuit?
Articles

Surgical Stapler Injuries: Can You File a Lawsuit?

9

October
2023

Everything You Need to Know Before Filing a Pharmaceutical Lawsuit
Insights

Everything You Need to Know Before Filing a Pharmaceutical Lawsuit

21

September
2023

What Happens if the At-Fault Driver Is Deceased After the Accident?
Articles

What Happens if the At-Fault Driver Is Deceased After the Accident?

18

September
2023

What To Do After a Road Construction Accident
Articles

What To Do After a Road Construction Accident

12

September
2023