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R.I. officer hurt in car chase

The Associated Press

PROVIDENCE, R.I.- A Providence police officer suffered minor injuries after his cruiser crashed into a wall while giving chase to a stolen car last night.

The incident happened around 8 p-m. Authorities say the Providence police officer was assisting Johnston police in the pursuit when he lost control of his cruiser and hit a wall.

The officer was taken to Rhode Island hospital. Police are still looking for the driver of the stolen vehicle.