A teenage boy and girl are assisting police with inquiries after a police officer was allegedly struck by a vehicle in Booval early this morning, Queensland Police say.
Police were driving in the Ipswich area around 5am when it will be alleged they observed a stolen Volvo sedan.
The vehicle turned into Brisbane Road where a tyre deflation device was deployed by an officer, however the driver allegedly swerved to avoid them.
As a result, the officer was struck by the vehicle and sustained serious head and internal injuries.
Police located the vehicle on Vowels Street a short time later.
The teenagers are currently assisting police with their inquiries.
The male constable was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital where he remains in a serious condition.
Brisbane Road is closed with traffic diversions via McGrath Lane and Stafford Street.
Motorists are being urged to avoid the area.
Investigations are continuing.
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