Officers say the semi-truck was making a turn onto Highway 41 northbound when a Hyundai ran a red light.

The man driving the Hyundai was pinned under the semi-truck and later was taken to the hospital. Once released, he will be booked into jail for DUI.

The driver of the semi-truck sustained no injuries and cooperated with officers.

Police are still working to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident on Elkhorn Avenue.

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