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DUI suspect crashes into Tenn. station, injuring crewmember

The Hawkins County EMS employee was transported to a hospital

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By Leila Merrill

MOUNT CARMEL, Tenn. — A Hawkins County EMS crewmember was injured Tuesday when a car crashed into a station.

Another crewmember, who was in a different room notified dispatchers, and crews from other stations responded, according to the department.

Tennessee Highway Patrol said that Nicole Jessen, 41, was driving a Kia Sorento when it ran off the road, WCYB reported. She was charged with driving under the influence and reckless endangerment.

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The injured Hawkins crewmember was transported to a hospital and evaluated. While hurt, the person did not have serious injuries, the agency said.

The highway patrol is investigating the incident.

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