Trooper Seriously Injured in Traffic Stop Crash | Kansas City Royals News

A Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper is fighting for his life after being critically injured during a midnight traffic stop on I-29 and I-35 near North Kansas City. The officer, attempting to arrest a suspected drunk driver, was struck by a second vehicle driven by a speeding woman who also had methamphetamine in her car. Both suspects now face felony assault charges. Though conscious and upbeat, the trooper’s recovery will be long and life-altering — a stark reminder of the daily risks law enforcement endures. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/388204ea012ad0db