Rhode Island

Crash sends 5 people, including state trooper, to hospital in Johnston, RI

Police said the trooper was hit in the high speed lane with both vehicles coming to a stop in the center median

Rhode Island State Police headquarters in Scituate
WJAR-TV

Five people, including a Rhode Island State Police trooper, were sent to the hospital after a crash in Johnston on Sunday.

The crash happened at about 9:20 p.m. on Route 6 in the area of Atwood Avenue.

Police said the trooper was hit in the high-speed lane with both vehicles coming to a stop in the center median.

Those involved in the crash were taken to Rhode Island Hospital with minor injuries.

No additional information was immediately released.

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