CBS2 has obtained exclusive video of a horrific multi-vehicle crash in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, on Monday night. Two people suffered serious injuries. TimMcNicholas has the latest.
Three damaged cars were seen on the side of Crown Street near Nostrand Avenue. Debris and broken car parts were scattered across the sidewalk and street.A white car is seen speeding through a red light and slamming into an SUV, sending it airborne. The white car nearly hit a few people on the sidewalk and at least one person was seen scurrying away.cruiser pulls into the frame about five or six seconds after the crash and an officer gets out and runs toward the cars.
CBS2 asked the NYPD if that cruiser was involved in an investigation or pursuit of any kind or if it just happened to be within seconds of the crash site. Department policy states police should terminate a vehicle pursuit if the risk to the public or fellow officers outweighs the risk posed if the suspect gets away. Police did not immediately provide an answer.
Police said the two people taken to the hospital both had leg injuries. They're both in serious but stable condition.
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