Pct. 4 deputy hospitalized after patrol car hit by suspected drunk driver

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A Precinct 4 deputy was injured in a crash caused by a suspected drunk driver.

The deputy was on traffic stop on Beltway 8 near TC Jester at 1 a.m. Sunday.

The Harris County DA’s office says his vehicle was hit from behind by another car. The officer suffered head, neck and back injuries in the accident. He was taken to the hospital, but was released Sunday morning.

After the initial accident, the deputy also hit the vehicle he stopped for the traffic violation

The driver that struck the deputy was also taken to the hospital. The driver is expected to be charged with intoxication assault of a peace officer.

Authorities say there have been close to 7,000 DWI incidents this year in Harris County alone.