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5 injured in accident involving Buffalo Police vehicle

The accident happened at the intersection of Main Street and Benwood Avenue Wednesday afternoon.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Five people are hurt, including a Buffalo Police officer, following a serious accident on Wednesday. One person, a 29-year-old woman, is said to be in critical condition. 

The accident happened at the intersection of Main Street and Benwood Avenue at around 12:40 pm. Five people were taken to the hospital: the officer, two people from the other vehicle and two pedestrians. 

Motorists are asked to avoid the area while police investigate. There's no word yet on what caused the accident at this time. 

An investigation is currently underway. 

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