HCSO Deputy Injured in Vehicle Accident on Hwy 58

Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office reports that a deputy sustained minor injuries when his patrol car was hit by a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck.

According to HCSO, the deputy was travelling southbound on Highway 58 when the accident occurred. The pickup truck was travelling northbound on Highway 58 and attempting to make a left turn on Birchwood Pike.

HCSO says the front and rear driver side doors of the patrol car were damaged, and the side and back windows were shattered.

According to HCSO, the pickup truck was driven by a male and there was a female passenger in the vehicle but neither were injured.

The deputy was taken to a local hospital for evaluation.

Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating the accident.