Multiple Injuries in Queens Car Crash Following Robbery
Two police officers sustained neck and back injuries Wednesday morning after their squad car collided with two other vehicles while responding to a robbery in Queens. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. near the intersection of 120th Avenue and Springfield Boulevard. The officers were en route to investigate a reported robbery at a smoke shop located on Merrick Boulevard and 220th Street.
The two officers involved in the crash were transported to Jamaica Hospital for treatment. Three other motorists who were involved in the collision were taken to North Shore Long Island Jewish Medical Center. As of Wednesday evening, police reported that all individuals involved were in stable condition.
Suspects Still at Large
Police are actively searching for the suspects connected to the robbery. “”No arrests have been made, and the robbery suspects are still at large,” cited police.
Limited information about the suspects is available at this time. Police have not released a detailed description of the individuals they are seeking.
The incident remains under investigation. Police are urging anyone with information related to the robbery or the accident to come forward.
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**Interviewer:** Joining us now is retired NYPD detective, John Riley, to discuss this morning’s chaotic events in Queens. Detective Riley, what are your initial thoughts on this incident?
**John Riley:** This is a tragic situation all around. You have innocent people injured, police officers hurt in the line of duty, and suspects still on the loose. The question is, could this accident have been avoided?
**Interviewer:** You seem to be hinting at a larger issue here. Can you elaborate?
**John Riley:** Absolutely. Responding to a robbery call with sirens blaring, while necessary for public safety, undeniably increases the risk of accidents. It’s a tough balance: apprehending criminals versus the potential for collateral damage.
**Interviewer:** Do you think the public will sympathize with the officers involved in the crash or criticize their response time given the injuries sustained by civilians?
