SHREVEPORT, La. -- A Shreveport police officer is dead and another critically injured in a rollover crash Friday afternoon, Shreveport police have confirmed. The off-duty officers were in a blue Mustang traveling on W. 70th Street and hit a white van as the driver appeared to attempt a left-hand turn into their path. After the impact, the car skidded down the roadway then veered into a vacant house and rolled over. Officer Matthew Rhoden, 37, died in the wreck. The other officer, who has not been identified, was taken to Ochsner LSU Health hospital with life-threatening injuries, according to Sgt. Angie Wilhite. The driver of the van was not injured. The crash happened at 2 p.m. on W. 70th Street at Broadacres Road. More than 20 Shreveport police, Shreveport fire and state troopers responded to the scene. City Council District G Councilwoman Ursula Bowman released the following statement: "I am heartbroken to learn of the tragic accident in District G that claimed the life of a dedicated City of Shreveport police officer and left another citizen seriously injured. This devastating news is a profound loss for our community. As the City Councilwoman for District G, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the family of our brave officer, who selflessly served and protected our city. Their courage and commitment to duty will never be forgotten. I urge the entire City of Shreveport to join me in mourning this loss and to keep the families affected in our thoughts and prayers. Together, we can support one another during this incredibly difficult time."
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