By Grace Opinker
Source The Times, Munster, Ind.
HAMMOND, IN — A Hammond police officer was transported to a local hospital in serious condition Friday night after his squad car was struck by a passenger vehicle.
At approximately 7:45 p.m., the officer was traveling west on 169th Street when a vehicle traveling south on Southeastern Avenue collided with the squad car, officials said.
The Hammond Police Department said the vehicle, occupied by two female passengers, ran a red light. Their conditions are currently unknown.
The police officer's injuries are not considered life-threatening.
"We are actively investigating this incident and will release further updates as more information becomes available," Hammond police said.
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