CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, S.C. — A Chesterfield County sheriff's deputy was seriously hurt in a crash after a car chase late Friday night, officials said.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol said Deputy Lauren Brock, 27, was hurt on Highway 109, south of Ruby when she lost control of her patrol cruiser during the car chase, drove off the left side of the road and hit a tree.
Sheriff James Dixon said Brock was conscious after the crash and was airlifted to a hospital in Columbia.
In a statement, the Sheriff's Office said, "Sheriff Dixon asks for prayers for the deputy as well as the department during this time."
Channel 9 learned Brock has several injuries but is expected to recover.
This is an ongoing investigation. Check back with wsoctv.com for more information.
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