Cobb officer involved in 2-vehicle crash near Marietta; injuries reported

A Cobb County police officer and another driver were involved in a crash near Marietta on Thursday morning, authorities said.

The officer sustained a minor injury in the crash on Atlanta Road at Bingham Street around 7 a.m., officials confirmed. The extent of the other driver’s injuries was unclear.

Police could not immediately say what led to the crash.

Credit: John Spink

Credit: John Spink

At the scene, the patrol vehicle was situated in front of a fence with heavy damage to its front end. The other vehicle, a red Honda CR-V, had significant damage to its left side.

Credit: John Spink

Police said they are still working through the investigation.

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