A police officer in Tennessee is in critical condition after a crash with a state trooper during Vice PresidentJD Vance'smotorcade on Friday.
The incident happened in Maryville, Tennessee, according to officials.
TheMaryville police officer, who was riding a motorcycle at the time of the collision, and the state trooper were supporting the vice president's motorcade.
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The injured officer was transported to the University of Tennessee Medical Center in critical condition.
"We ask everyone to keep the officer, family and the medical staff in your prayers," Maryville Police Chief Tony Crisp said in a statement. "All of us at the Maryville Police Department appreciate the concern and outpouring of support from this incredible community."
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The trooper was also transported to the hospital for evaluation and treatment.
Tennessee Highway Patrolis investigating.
"The incident took place during an executive protection mission involving multiple law enforcement agencies," the agency said in a statement.
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Vance was in east Tennessee for a private fundraising event Friday evening, WBIR reported.
Original article source:Tennessee officer working Vance's motorcade in critical condition after crash with state trooper
