Officer struck by vehicle – Richlands

Three men are assisting police with inquiries following an incident on Brisbane south which has left an officer seriously injured.

Just after midnight, officers approached a vehicle at a service station on Blunder Road at Inala, however the vehicle drove away at speed.

Polair then tracked the vehicle to the Garden Road onramp to the Centenary Motorway at Richlands.

An officer attempted to deploy a tyre deflation device at this location at about 12.30am but was hindered when the offending vehicle became stuck behind a wide load.

The vehicle then suddenly reversed and struck the 38-year-old male sergeant, causing serious injuries to his legs. He was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment.

Three men were taken into custody at the scene.

Investigations into the incident are continuing.

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