Miami-Dade deputy hospitalized after early-morning crash

A Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputy was hospitalized early Wednesday after crashing a marked police vehicle into a palm tree, authorities confirmed.

According to the sheriff’s office, the crash happened around 3:25 a.m. near Northwest 22nd Avenue and 74th Street. Investigators said the on-duty deputy was heading north on 22nd Avenue when the vehicle struck a palm tree and overturned.

The deputy, who suffered cuts to the upper body, managed to exit the vehicle before being taken to a nearby hospital by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. Officials said the deputy was listed in stable condition.

No additional details have been released as the investigation continues.