Sweeny Police Chief Struck and Injured While Directing Traffic on FM 524

Houston, Texas (January 7, 2018) – A Sweeny police chief was injured after being struck while directing traffic on FM 524 Saturday evening, officials said.
The crash happened on Saturday, January 6, on FM 524 near SH-35.
According to officials, Sweeny Police Chief John Barnard was struck by a vehicle while controlling traffic on FM 524 near SH-35.
Barnard suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was flown to Memorial Hermann hospital for treatment, authorities said.
No further details regarding the collision was immediately provided.
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