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EMT seriously hurt after being hit by impaired driver

Officials said the EMT, who suffered multiple broken bones, was in an emergency vehicle when he was struck

By EMS1 Staff

SHELBY COUNTY, Tenn. — An EMT was hurt Saturday morning when an impaired driver hit him, according to police.

FOX13 reported that the EMT was transported to the hospital after being hit while in an emergency vehicle. Officials said the EMT was trapped inside the vehicle for around 40 minutes.

The EMT, who has not yet been identified, was in critical condition when he went to the hospital. Officials said he suffered multiple broken bones but is expected to recover.

The suspect was arrested. We will update you when more information becomes available.