Memphis Police Crash Kills Two

A Memphis Police Department patrol car crashed into another car on Sunday, August 26, near Downtown Memphis.  The car crash killed two people and seriously injured two more.

There were witnesses on the scene who said the police officer was speeding and that no sirens or blue lights were being used.  Witnesses also claim that the Memphis police officer ran through a red light.  The police department spokesperson says the that patrol car was en route to a call.  The nature and urgency of the call are unclear at this time.

The crash happened at 2:45 p.m. at the intersection at Walnut and Crump.  The police officer also sustained injuries, although they were non-critical.  He was treated at the Regional Medical Center and has since been released.

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