Paducah police cruiser involved in collision at intersection

PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — A collision involving a Paducah police cruiser occurred Wednesday at approximately 12 p.m. on Lone Oak Road near Mercy Health-Lourdes Hospital.

According to the investigation by the McCracken County Sheriff’s Department, a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria disregarded a red traffic light and struck the police cruiser, which had a green light and was attempting to cross Lone Oak Road.

All parties involved, including a Citizens Police Academy participant riding with the officer, were transported to local hospitals for evaluation and treatment. No major injuries were reported.

Both vehicles sustained significant damage and were towed from the scene.