PROVIDENCE, RI — An Assistant Attorney General was injured Wednesday night when his vehicle was struck by a car during a police pursuit.
At approximately 11:12 p.m., a Providence police officer observed a car without headlights speeding on Westminster Street. The officer initiated a chase as the driver, identified as Antonio Cueva, reached speeds of 60 mph while ignoring traffic signals.
Cueva's vehicle collided with another car at the intersection of Dave Gavitt Way. Assistant Attorney General Stephen Regine, a passenger in the struck vehicle, was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries, including a fractured rib and internal bleeding.
Providence firefighters extinguished the fire in Cueva's vehicle. Witnesses reported a significant police presence, with at least 20 officers blocking multiple intersections in the area.
Cueva was taken into custody and is facing several charges, including reckless driving and causing serious bodily injury while operating a vehicle. Authorities also reported finding five open containers of alcohol and a bottle of pills in Cueva's car. He is currently being held without bail.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.