Drunk driver smashes into Chamblee police officer’s patrol car

A drunk driver caused a major crash involving a police car in Chamblee on Friday night.

Chamblee police say one of their officers was in her patrol car when a drunk driver pulled out in front of her and smashed into her car, causing major damage to the front of the SUV and deploying the airbags.

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The crash happened at Buford Hwy. and Skyland Rd.

Luckily, the officer was not injured.

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“This is a reminder that impaired driving endangers everyone, including our first responders. As you celebrate the New Year, please use a designated driver and think twice before drinking and driving,” the police department said in a statement on social media.

There is no word on the condition of the drunk driver or what charges they may face.

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