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FREDERICK COUNTY — A Frederick County deputy was injured after being involved in an accident on I-70.
The sheriff's office said the accident happened at about 3 p.m. Wednesday on east bound I-70 at alternate 40.
The deputy is being flown to a local hospital, however at this time the sheriff's office does not know the extent of his injuries.
The crash is currently under investigation and I-70 is now open.
