Assault on Philadelphia police in alley ends with injuries, arrest: officials
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police say one of their officers was parked in an alleyway when they were assaulted by another vehicle early Monday morning.
The marked patrol vehicle was intentionally struck by a white Chevy Camaro on the 3200 block of Friendship Street, according to authorities.
The officer was transported to a local hospital, and is expected to be treated and released.
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Police say an arrest was made, but provided no further details.
Both vehicles required towing, and the police car sustained front-end damage and a broken front axle.
An investigation is underway.