Crime & Safety

Police: Dump Truck Driver Intentionally Crashed Into Two Police Cars

The driver is in custody after driving into the vehicles on purpose Jan. 7, PGPD reports.

A dump truck driver caused major damage after apparently hitting two police cruisers on purpose, according to the Prince George’s Police Department.

The incident occurred in the Woodmore Town Center parking lot in Glenarden early Wednesday afternoon. No officers were inside the cruisers during the crash, PGPD reports.

The preliminary investigation reveals that the driver intentionally hit the police vehicles, according to police.

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The driver is in custody and police say he will likely be charged with first degree assault and related charges.

Prince George’s County PIO cleared the scene after the crash.

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