Crime & Safety
Providence Police Officer On Leave After Pursuit Severely Injures 24-Year-Old
"We want to assure the public that this will be a thorough and complete investigation," Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza said.
PROVIDENCE, RI (CBS) – A Providence Police officer is on administrative leave after a pursuit left a young man seriously injured. Rhode Island’s Attorney General is now involved in the investigation into the circumstances that led to the crash.
Providence Col. Hugh Clements said the incident happened Sunday night, during a police response where dozens of officers were trying to escort a large group of riders, many riding illegal vehicles, out of the city. Witness video of the incident shows 24-year-old Jhamal Gonsalves ride by on moped, a police cruiser follow and then a crash is heard off frame.