Sandy Springs Crash Injures Officer; 2 Charged

SANDY SPRINGS, GA — Two people have been arrested in connection with a motorcycle crash that seriously injured a Sandy Springs Police officer Saturday at State Route 400.

Police on Wednesday said they have arrested David Anthony Hightower in connection with the crash and charged him with racing, reckless driving and serious injury by motor vehicle.

The officer was investigating another crash on GA-400 when he was hit by a motorcycle, police said.

He suffered two broken legs, WSB-TV reported. As of Monday, he was recovering, police previously said.

Hightower was arrested Tuesday and taken to the Fulton County Jail, police said. Jail records showed he was granted a combined $20,000 surety bond but remained incarcerated Wednesday. He was fined $100 for the racing charge, jail records showed.

Police additionally arrested Riad Ahmed, who was accused of driving under the influence and traveling at 100 mph, WSB-TV reported.

Jail records did not show official charges against Ahmed on Wednesday afternoon.

"We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone in the community who has reached out with well wishes, prayers and support. Your kindness and encouragement mean a great deal to the officer, his family, and all of us at the Sandy Springs Police Department. Moments like these remind us how strong our community truly is. We deeply appreciate you standing with us during this challenging time," police said in a news release.