Crime & Safety
Deputy Injured In Palm Desert Crash
The crash was reported at 3:15 p.m. on Cook Street, prompting deputies to close the northbound side of the street between Green Way and Hovely Lane.
A motorcyle officer suffered major injuries today in a crash on Cook Street in Palm Desert.
The crash was reported at 3:15 p.m. on the busy street near St. James, according to Corp. Courtney Donowho of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
The deputy was apparently responding to reports of in a nearby neighborhood when his motorcycle was struck by a truck, Donowho said.
Find out what's happening in Palm Desertwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
"The male officer sustained major injuries in the collision and has been transported to a local hospital for treatment," Donowho said.
Northbound Cook Street was shut down between Green Way and St. James Place for the investigation.
Find out what's happening in Palm Desertwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Check back for more on this story.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here
