Off-Responsibility Philadelphia Law enforcement Officer Arrested, Charged Following Car Slams Into Northeast Philadelphia Property, Critically Injuring Lady

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A Philadelphia Police Officer has been arrested and charged right after a vehicle crashed into a residence in Northeast Philadelphia, leaving a single girl critically injured. The crash took place about 8 p.m. Saturday on the 2800 block of Comly Road.

In accordance to officials, the off-obligation officer, recognized as Gregory Campbell was crossing Comly Road when he missing manage of the vehicle and crashed into the home.

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Investigators say a 53-calendar year-previous lady was trapped beneath the motor vehicle. She was rushed to the healthcare facility wherever she is listed in important issue.

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A 45-calendar year-aged guy also sustained injuries to the ideal facet of his entire body. Two pet dogs inside of the house have been also struck.

Campbell. 27, has been charged with Aggravated Assault, DUI, and associated offenses.

Philadelphia Law enforcement Commissioner Danielle Outlaw launched a statement in regards to the incident saying in component:

“The repercussions of choosing to generate although underneath the influence are tremendous, and all much too normally, daily life-switching,” said Law enforcement Commissioner Danielle Outlaw.  “A family need to often feel safe in their house, and nonetheless the steps of this particular person shattered that fact. The point that the offender, in this circumstance, is a Philadelphia Law enforcement Officer is appalling. Law enforcement Officers need to be held to a bigger normal – even although off-duty – and I guarantee the victims and the general public that a complete and extensive investigation will take put. My prayers stay with this loved ones.”

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