KANSAS CITY, Mo. — An officer with the Grain Valley Police Department is in the hospital after a crash occurred near Route AA and Buckner Tarsney Road on Saturday.
The officer was transported to a local hospital in stable condition and is "doing well" after the incident, according to police.
Police said the suspect was apprehended near the area of I-70 and Lee’s Summit Road.
"We want to sincerely thank our community for the overwhelming outpouring of support. The messages, calls, and encouragement mean a great deal to our officers and their families. The Grain Valley Police Department greatly appreciates everyone’s continued support and partnership as we work to keep our community safe," the department wrote in a Facebook post.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is the lead agency in the investigation of this incident.
No word on what led to the crash.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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