Montreal police cruiser involved in collision, one officer sent to hospital

The Montreal Police logo is seen on a police car in Montreal on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

By News Staff

Posted June 12, 2024 9:48 am.

Last Updated June 12, 2024 11:13 am.

A Montreal police (SPVM) officer is in hospital after a collision between a patrol cruiser and a vehicle in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve overnight.

The incident occurred around 1:20 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Pie-IX Blvd. and Sherbrooke Street.

According to the SPVM, one officer was hurt and taken to hospital with a possible head injury. Another officer in the cruiser may have sustained an arm injury.

The 83-year-old driver and the 75-year-old passenger in the other vehicle were not injured.

An investigation is ongoing.

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