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Trooper injured after patrol vehicle struck on I-5 in Everett

A trooper was injured Monday night after his patrol vehicle was struck by another vehichle on Interstate 5 in Everett.

Investigators said the trooper was conducting a traffic stop on the right shoulder lane just south of 41st Street when another driver drifted over and struck the trooper's vehicle.

The trooper was taken to a hospital. His condition is unknown.

Investigators said the driver who allegedly hit the trooper's patrol vehicle was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence.

The crash blocked two right lanes.

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