Police officers had to be pulled from their car after the vehicle flipped on its roof after a collision. An eyewitness to the horror smash has shared how he and his wife came to the cops' aid in Edinburgh today.The incident occurred around 12:45pm on Saturday, September 14, when two vehicles collided at the traffic lights between Kirkgate and Liberton Gardens in the south of the capital.
Dramatic images from the scene show a police car overturned, while the front of a black Kia is severely damaged. Debris from the crash was scattered across the road, as other drivers, including a motorcyclist, stopped to assist.The police car was en route to an emergency call when the collision happened.
Two police officers were taken to hospital, with no other injuries reported, according to Edinburgh Live.Local resident Marek Soltysiak and his wife witnessed the crash in their rearview mirror and quickly rushed to help the officers from the overturned vehicle.Speaking to Edinburgh Live, Marek said: "I saw it.
The lights were on green for the Kia and the police car had its sirens on and drove slowly through the cross road. I saw it in my back mirror and came back.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.
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