TTL News 308 Posted April 15 For the second time in the past few weeks, an Elmira Police Officer was involved in a car crash while responding to a call. According to Elmira Police, on Sunday evening around 9:45 pm, Elmira Police conducted a traffic stop on Hoffman Street and Elizabeth Street in regards to a disturbance call that they were investigating. Other Elmira officers responding to this traffic stop to provide assistance, an Elmira Police officer was operating a marked patrol unit with the emergency lights and sirens activated. They came to a stop at the intersection of West Washington Avenue and Walnut Street heading westbound. A civilian vehicle heading south on Walnut St, failed to stop for the officer who had began to proceed through the intersection, and ultimately struck the patrol car. The civilian driver was not injured and the police officer was transported to a local hospital for minor injuries. The investigation into this incident is ongoing and any additional information will be made at a later time. Anyone who witnessed this incident or has video of the incident is encouraged to contact the Elmira Police Department at 607-737-5623. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
