GREENDALE, Wis. - A Greendale police officer was injured in a squad crash on Sunday, July 6.
What we know:
The Greendale Police Department said it happened just after 5 p.m. An officer attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle that fled from the scene, initiating a pursuit.
During the pursuit, an uninvolved vehicle pulled in front of the squad car, causing the officer to swerve to avoid collision. As a result, the squad struck a light pole and caught fire at the intersection of Rawson and 76th in Franklin.
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The fire was extinguished and the officer sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The officer was transported to the hospital for evaluation and treatment.
No other injuries were reported as a result of the crash.
What you can do:
Anyone with information is asked to contact the GPD at (414) 423-2121.
The Source: The Greendale Police Department