East St. Louis, IL (June 16, 2026) – Two people were hospitalized late Saturday night, June 13, after a police vehicle and an SUV were involved in a wreck at the intersection of Marybelle Avenue and North 76th Street in East St. Louis.
According to state investigators, the incident occurred around 10:50 p.m. A fully marked East St. Louis police squad car was traveling eastbound on Marybelle Avenue while a Dodge SUV was heading southbound on North 76th Street.
Investigators learned the Dodge driver failed to stop at a stop sign and struck the squad car on the driver’s side. The officer and the Dodge driver were both hurt and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Additional details regarding the identities of those involved and their medical status were not available at the time of publication. Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash and may release further information as it becomes available.
We send our best wishes to those receiving treatment and hope for their full recovery.
What Happens When a Police Vehicle Is Involved in a Traffic Crash?
When a police vehicle is involved in a traffic crash, the review process is commonly handled with additional documentation to ensure all facts are carefully recorded. Investigators typically examine vehicle positions, traffic control devices, roadway conditions, and statements from the people involved.
Video footage from nearby cameras or in-car recording systems may also be reviewed when available. Damage patterns on each vehicle can help determine how the collision occurred and whether traffic laws were followed.
Medical reports may provide further information about the extent of injuries, while witness accounts can help establish a clearer timeline. In many cases, findings are not immediately available because investigators must gather and verify information from multiple sources before completing their review.
