Officer Hospitalized in Head-On Crash on Leoni Drive [Grover Beach, CA]

Grover Beach, CA (February 4, 2025) – A Grover Beach Police officer was injured in a head-on crash on Leoni Drive Sunday night.

The authorities responded to the 400 block area for a reported disturbance involving a vehicle.

Troopers said a 1974 Ford pickup truck driven by a 62-year-old Grover Beach resident had collided with another vehicle.

Police officers attempted to make contact with the driver but the suspect attempted to leave the area in his truck.

According to the authorities, a second officer arrived and activated his overhead lights to stop the truck.

The driver then accelerated his truck towards the second patrol unit and intentionally crashed head-on with the officer and his vehicle.

The officer was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries.

Meanwhile, other police officers arrested the driver without further incident. They found him to be under the influence at the scene.

The driver was booked into the San Luis Obispo County Jail with charges of Attempted Murder, Assault with a Deadly Weapon on a Peace Officer, DUI with Injury.

Drive Safely and Prevent Accidents

Traffic collisions can happen anytime, but their impact lasts a lifetime. Stay alert, avoid distractions, and never drive under the influence. Always wear your seatbelt, obey speed limits, and be mindful of pedestrians and cyclists. Keep a safe distance between vehicles and adjust your speed for road conditions.

Please stay vigilant and avoid driving under the influence. Accidents like these can be prevented by making responsible choices. Let’s work together to keep our roads safe.

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