ST. PETERSBURG — A driver was arrested for alleged drunk driving in St. Petersburg early Saturday morning after he crashed into a police officer, authorities said.
The incident occurred at 1st Avenue North and 23rd Street North.
According to the St. Petersburg Police Department, the driver ran a stop sign and struck a marked cruiser traveling through the intersection.
Both the officer and suspect were transported for medical evaluation with non-life-threatening injuries.
The driver was then charged with DUI and taken into custody.
The officer was treated and released with minor injuries.
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