WITNESSES are being sought to a motor vehicle accident involving a P-plate driver at Budgewoi on Saturday night which resulted in a caged police truck rolling and landing on its side.
Two police officers were hospitalised as a result of the incident.
About 10.50pm the police vehicle was driving south on Ourringo Street.
At the intersection with Ocean Street, a Hyundai Excel allegedly failed to give way and collided with the police vehicle.
The police car rolled a number of times, landing on its side and trapping two police officers inside.
Both were taken to hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
The driver of the Excel, a male P-plater, was uninjured and is assisting police with their inquiries.
Witnesses should contact Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333000.
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