Clayton County deputy, inmate hospitalized after crash in Forest Park

Georgia State Patrol is investigating a crash involving a Clayton County deputy and an inmate.

On Thursday, sources told Channel 2′s Tom Jones that the crash happened in Forest Park on Southridge Parkway.

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Jones said a driver rear-ended a deputy who had an inmate in the back.

Channel 2′s Ashli Lincoln shared a photo of the aftermath of the crash.

The sheriff deputy’s vehicle was severely damaged.

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Both the deputy and inmate are being taken to the hospital.

There is no word on the driver’s condition.

Channel 2 Action News reached out to Clayton County Sheriff’s Office for additional information and we are waiting to hear back.

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