Maryland State Police Say Impaired Driving Suspect Hit a Trooper During an Early Saturday Crash in Prince George’s County Before Officers Made an Arrest

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD — Maryland State Police say they arrested a man on suspicion of impaired driving after a Maryland State Trooper was struck during a crash early Saturday morning in Prince George’s County.

The incident involved a crash and a trooper being hit, according to officials. No other details about the location, the extent of the trooper’s injuries, or what led up to the collision were included in the statement provided.

State police identified the arrest as part of an impaired-driving investigation. The agency’s account did not provide the suspect’s name in the material made available.

Crash Investigation Details

Officials said the collision happened early Saturday morning, placing the incident in the overnight hours when traffic is typically lighter but roadway hazards can still be serious. The report ties the arrest directly to suspicion of impaired driving, though it does not say whether alcohol, drugs, or both were involved…

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