UPDATE: An Antioch police sergeant was injured early Friday morning when a suspected drunk driver collided with his patrol car. The incident occurred just before 2 a.m. at the intersection of A Street and W. 10th Street, leaving both the sergeant and the driver hospitalized but expected to recover.
Authorities confirm that a 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) after crashing into the officer’s vehicle while reportedly speeding. The Antioch Police Department’s Lt. Joe Njoroge stated that officers were on-site due to an earlier accident that had occurred around 1 a.m. to provide traffic control.
Witnesses reported seeing the patrol car positioned for safety measures when the suspected DUI driver collided with the driver’s side of the police vehicle. Emergency responders from the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District assisted in extracting both the injured sergeant and the driver from their vehicles.
Both individuals were transported to a local hospital and have since been released. Police have not indicated whether the driver remains in custody as of Friday afternoon, but they are actively pursuing the case.
This incident raises pressing questions about road safety and the dangers of impaired driving. As investigations continue, authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious driving behavior.
What happens next? The Antioch Police Department will likely release further details as the investigation progresses. Residents are advised to stay updated on this developing story.
