BEAVER COUNTY, Utah — A crash involving law enforcement occurred on Interstate 15 Tuesday afternoon, resulting in injuries to two officers.
At approximately 2:41 p.m., a Utah Highway Patrol trooper and a Beaver County sheriff's deputy were on the scene of a separate vehicle accident on northbound I-15, between Beaver and Cove Fort. According to UHP, a passing vehicle struck both officers.
The deputy sustained a broken arm along with other minor injuries, while the trooper was reported to be uninjured, according to a UHP spokesperson. No injuries to the driver of the striking vehicle have been confirmed.
As of 4:30 p.m., the left northbound lane remained closed, leading to traffic congestion in the area.
The incident is currently under investigation by UHP. Emergency responders were on the scene to assist.