Riverside police officer recovering at home after being hit by vehicle

The crash was reported around 9:20 p.m. Monday on U.S. 35 East near Woodman Drive.

Mackie was hit by a vehicle while police were securing a scene at a different crash site, police said.

She was transported to Miami Valley Hospital with serious injuries. She is expected to make a full recovery.

The driver of the vehicle was not injured and police said there’s no suspicion of drug or alcohol use by the driver.

“We want to remind all motorists to be mindful of your speed, adjust for weather conditions and always slow down when approaching emergency vehicles with lights activated,” police said. “Your caution helps keep our first responders — and our community — safe."

The crash is under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.