Two New York State Police automobiles have been struck by an alleged drunk driver whereas they have been investigating one other drunk driving incident.
Based on a launch from the New York State Police, on Saturday, Nov. 16 at roughly 12 a.m., two troopers have been struck by a 2004 grey Toyota RAV4 on the parkway in Babylon, New York.
The crash got here as the 2 troopers have been investigating a 2018 GMC Arcadia that struck a Division of Transportation mild tower in a piece zone.
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A drunk driver, who was driving a gray Toyota RAV4, struck two New York State Police automobiles. (New York State Police)
Authorities stated that whereas they have been investigating the opposite incident, Jaikaran Ramrookum, 72, struck the patrol automobiles.
The primary automotive was launched into the second automotive, police stated.
Pictures from the state police confirmed the cruisers in addition to the SUV significantly broken following the crash.
Police stated that each one drivers have been taken to close by hospitals and handled for minor accidents. (New York State Police)
The troopers rushed to assistance from the civilians concerned within the accident, solely to appreciate after that they themselves had suffered some minor accidents.
“It was solely after their adrenaline started to subside that they acknowledged their very own accidents,” the discharge stated.
All events have been transported to native hospitals with non-life threatening accidents.
Jaikaran Ramrookum, 73, was working the 2004 grey Toyota RAV4 and was charged with Driving Beneath the Affect (Unclassified Misdemeanor). (New York State Police)
Ramrookum was charged with Driving Beneath the Affect (Unclassified Misdemeanor).
The New York State Police described the incident as “disappointing,” reminding drivers to not drive below the affect.
“This situation is a serious and unfortunate one. It is disappointing when individuals make choices that endanger the lives of others, especially those who are working to improve our roadways and protect the public. This incident serves as a reminder to drivers to not only drive sober but to be aware of their surroundings, slow down and move over,” the discharge stated.
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“It is important to remember that impaired driving is a serious offense that is 100% preventable with devastating consequences. It is crucial to make responsible choices and avoid driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” it stated.
Fox Information Digital has reached out to the New York State Police for remark.
