Gwinnett County

Gwinnett police officer injured after alleged drunk driver crashes into car

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga — A Gwinnett County officer was injured by an alleged drunk driver, after a five-car accident, according to officers.

On Thursday night, a woman officer suffered a head injury while working a five-car accident on I-85 when another vehicle crashed into her car.

Police said alcohol is being investigated as a factor.

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The officer, who police did not identify, is expected to recover.

There were two other patrol cars on the scene, two tow trucks, and a state MCCD officer, all with emergency lights on when the incident happened.

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None of the drivers involved in the original accident, other officers, or tow truck drivers were injured.

Do not drink and drive and obey move-over laws. This accident could have been so much worse. Designate a driver or use rideshare if you choose to drink.

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