SC Police Officer Dies from Motorcycle Crash Injuries

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ A South Carolina police officer injured in a motorcycle crash earlier this week has died from his injuries.

Spartanburg Police Maj. Art Littlejohn said in a news release that 39-year-old Master Police Officer Jason Gregory Harris died Thursday evening.

Harris was going to help other officers Tuesday night when his motorcycle hit a car turning left into a private driveway. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating.

Troopers say Harris was wearing a helmet and was thrown from the bike.

Police Chief Alonzo Thompson said Harris was a loyal and valued member of the department.

Harris had been with the department since 2004 and was one of several officers in the motorcycle unit.

Harris is survived by a wife and three children.