Key Points
- A Philadelphia police officer on a dirt bike was struck by a vehicle at 3:55 p.m.
- The crash occurred at South 61st Street and Woodland Avenue.
- The officer sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to be released.
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A Philadelphia police officer was injured Friday afternoon when a dirt bike he was operating was struck by a vehicle in Southwest Philadelphia, authorities said.
The incident occurred around 3:55 p.m. at the intersection of South 61st Street and Woodland Avenue. Emergency responders from Medic 19 arrived on scene and transported the officer to Presbyterian Medical Center.
According to preliminary information, the officer’s injuries are considered non-life-threatening. Officials said he is expected to be treated and released from the hospital.
The circumstances surrounding the crash are still under investigation. Authorities noted that the information is preliminary and subject to change.
No details about the other vehicle involved or potential charges have been released at this time.
