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WSP trooper hospitalized after suspected drunk driver crashes into vehicle

WSP trooper hospitalized after suspected drunk driver crashes into vehicle Two cars, including one belonging to a WSP trooper, were hit by a suspected DUI driver on I-5 Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of WSP) (Photo courtesy of WSP)

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A Washington State Patrol (WSP) trooper was sent to the hospital overnight after being hit by a suspected drunk driver.

The trooper pulled over another driver on southbound I-5. While the WSP trooper and one other car were stopped on the side of the highway, the suspect allegedly crashed into both vehicles. The accident happened near the King-Pierce County line.

Both the trooper and the other person pulled over were sent to the hospital.

The suspect in the car crash was arrested for DUI.

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