DENVER — A patrol officer vehicle was hit while investigating a single-car crash on I-70 and Brighton Boulevard on Monday morning, according to the Denver Police Department (DPD).
DPD was originally investigating a single-vehicle crash on the eastbound lanes of I-70 and Brighton that sent one person to the hospital for serious injuries, police said,
While the officer was investigating that crash, a driver in an SUV rear-ended the officer's patrol car, according to DPD. Police said the crash caused damage to both cars.
The officer and the motorist were taken to the hospital for their injuries, police said. DPD said the driver of the SUV sustained serious injuries but is expected to survive.
The officer involved in the crash was sitting in his patrol vehicle when they were hit and was taken to the hospital as a precaution, DPD said. Police said the officer was released shortly after arriving at the hospital.
I-70 was closed in both directions between North Washington Street and Brighton Boulevard. At 6:11 a.m., DPD tweeted that the I-70 is partially reopened but, drivers should expect delays. Police have not said when roads would fully reopen.
> Top stories from 9NEWS curated daily just for you! Sign up for the 9NEWSLETTER right now to get can’t-miss stories, Next and Broncos content, weather and more delivered right to your inbox.
SUGGESTED VIDEOS: Latest from 9NEWS
MORE WAYS TO GET 9NEWS
Subscribe to our daily 9NEWSLETTER for top stories from 9NEWS curated daily just for you. Get content and information right now for can’t-miss stories, Next and Broncos content, weather and more delivered right to your inbox.
DOWNLOAD THE 9NEWS APP
iTunes: http://on9news.tv/itunes
Google Play: http://on9news.tv/1lWnC5n
HOW TO ADD THE 9NEWS APP TO YOUR STREAMING DEVICE
ROKU: add the channel from the ROKU store or by searching for KUSA.
For both Apple TV and Fire TV, search for "9NEWS" to find the free app to add to your account. Another option for Fire TV is to have the app delivered directly to your Fire TV through Amazon.