DENVER (KDVR) — A Commerce City police officer was injured after being hit by a suspected drunk driver Tuesday morning. The Commerce City Police Department posted on X that after midnight the officer was investigating a separate crash on Interstate 270 west of Vasquez Boulevard. The Colorado Department of Transportation said eastbound I-270 was closed between I-76, I-270, and CO 265/Brighton Boulevard due to the crash. Location of Commerce City crash that injured an officer (CDOT) The department said a suspected drunk driver hit the back of the officer's patrol vehicle. The officer was taken to a local hospital and is expected to be OK. Commerce City police have not released the status of the suspected drunk driver and did not confirm if the driver was cited and taken into custody. However, the investigation is ongoing. The Colorado State Patrol is working on the crash as well. At about 5:20 a.m., CDOT said eastbound I-270 reopened to traffic. As New Year's Eve approaches, law enforcement has been warning drivers to find a safe and sober ride home. There are plenty of free and discounted options available for partygoers to get home safely. For the 16th year, RTD, in partnership with Molson Coors, will provide zero fare for the holiday. All RTD bus and rail routes, Access-a-Ride and FlexRide services will be free. Uber is also partnering with Mothers Against Drunk Driving to offer discounted rides. Use the code SAFECO24 in the Uber app for $7 off a ride through Jan. 1.