(1) Every law enforcement officer, who in the regular course of duty investigates a motor vehicle accident, either at the time of and at the scene of the accident, or thereafter by interviewing participants or witnesses, shall within twenty-four (24) hours after completing the investigation forward a written report of the accident to the department.
(2)  Written reports required to be forwarded by law enforcement officers and the information contained in them shall not be privileged or held confidential.