Capitol police officer involved in crash on motorcycle; road closures in effect

Capitol police officer airlifted after his motorcycle was struck by a van

A Capitol police officer was airlifted from the scene after his motorcycle was struck by a van on Wednesday.

WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - A U.S. Capitol Police officer was involved in a traffic accident on a motorcycle and airlifted to the hospital on Wednesday afternoon, according to USCP's Twitter.

The crash happened just before 3 p.m. at Washington Avenue and C St. SW.

USCP says the driver of the other vehicle, a white van, stayed on the scene. That driver is being arrested for driving without a valid permit.

USCP says this does not appear to be tied to terrorism and there is no threat to Congress or the Capitol Complex at this time.

The following road closures are in effect due to the crash:

- Washington Avenue between 2nd and D Streets SW

- On-ramp to I-395 off of Washington Avenue SW

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Late Wednesday night, an official indicated that the officer was in stable condition. They do not believe his injuries are life threatening.