Winnebago Co. police car hit during crash investigation

OWEN TOWNSHIP, Ill. (WIFR) – No officers were injured Monday evening after a vehicle crashed into a Winnebago County sheriff’s patrol car.

Investigators say the crash happened near the intersection of Latham Rd. and Illinois Route 2, as authorities responded to the scene of another crash involving a motorcycle and a deer.

According to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office, the motorcyclist has non-life-threatening injuries.

There is no word yet on the driver’s injuries or whether charges will be filed. Illinois State Police are conducting the investigation.

The northbound lanes of Illinois Route 2 at Latham Rd. are closed on Mondays from 9 p.m. It is unclear when the lanes will reopen.