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A Tennessee police officer is in critical condition following a collision with a state trooper during Vice President JD Vance’s motorcade on Friday.
Officials reported that the crash took place in Maryville, Tennessee.
The officer, who was on a motorcycle, and the state trooper were both part of the escort team for the vice president’s motorcade.
The trooper was taken to the hospital for assessment and treatment. (Getty Images)
The officer, critically injured, was rushed to the University of Tennessee Medical Center.
“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.”
Officials said the incident happened during an “executive protection mission” involving multiple law enforcement agencies. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, Pool)
The trooper was also transported to the hospital for evaluation and treatment.
Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.
“The incident took place during an executive protection mission involving multiple law enforcement agencies,” the agency said in a statement.
Vice President JD Vance was in East Tennessee for a private fundraising event. (Aaron Schwartz/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Vance was in east Tennessee for a private fundraising event Friday evening, WBIR reported.