Trooper’s cruiser struck during traffic stop in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Kentucky State Police trooper is being evaluated by medical staff after his cruiser was reportedly struck during a traffic stop.

KSP Post 3 public affairs officer trooper Katan Parker confirmed Thursday afternoon that the KSP trooper’s vehicle was hit by a another vehicle while conducting a traffic stop today.

Parker says the incident occurred on Interstate 65 northbound at the 23-mile marker.

Parker says both the trooper and the driver of the vehicle involved sustained injuries. The trooper is being evaluated by medical staff at this time, according to Parker.

News 40 will provide the latest information as it is released.