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Teller County Deputy Rushed To Hospital After Head-On Crash With Suspected DUI Driver

TELLER COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)- A Teller County Sheriff's deputy was rushed to the hospital overnight after a crash involving a suspected DUI driver. The crash happened late Monday night.

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Investigators say a suspected DUI driver crossed over a median and struck the patrol vehicle head-on. One wheel was practically snapped off and there was a lot of damage to the deputy's vehicle.

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Both drivers were rushed to the hospital. The deputy is in good condition along with the suspect driver. Charges are pending.

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