Virginia Trooper Struck by Own Patrol Car During DUI Stop

State Trooper C. Aziz is recovering after being hit by her vehicle following a chain reaction caused by an impaired driver.

Trooper Aziz was conducting a traffic stop on I-495 when a second impaired driver caused a collision.
The incident was captured on dashcam, showing the trooper being hit by her own cruiser.
Both drivers involved in the incident were arrested on DUI charges.
The trooper sustained minor injuries and is expected to recover.
Virginia State Police highlighted the dangers of impaired driving using this incident as an example.