Police officer hospitalized after car collides with patrol car in New Britain – NBC Connecticut

A police officer was hospitalized after a car collided with his cruiser in New Britain on Wednesday.

According to authorities, a 17-year-old was speeding on East Street when her car swerved while making a turn and hit several cars, including a New Britain police cruiser.

The police patrol car appears to have been hit head-on and has visible damage to the front.

One officer was taken to hospital with minor injuries. No one else was injured.

No further information was immediately available.