Aurora, CO (May 12, 2025) – An injury accident involving an Aurora police officer occurred early Friday morning during an ongoing pursuit, leading to the officer being hospitalized.
At approximately 5:57 a.m., authorities reported that an officer, responding with lights and sirens, was involved in a collision while attempting to join a pursuit. The crash occurred at the intersection of Buckley Rd and Dartmouth Ave.
Medics and fire crews worked to assist those suffering from injuries after the collision. The officer sustained a variety of injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The woman driving the other vehicle involved in the crash was reportedly uninjured.
The pursuit began earlier in the morning after officers attempted a traffic stop on a Ford F-150 Raptor that had been reported stolen out of Denver. The driver refused to stop, leading officers on a chase through multiple areas of the city.
At the time of this report, police are still actively searching for the driver of the stolen vehicle. No arrests have been made, and further updates are pending the outcome of the investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured officer during their recovery.
Pursuit-Related Accidents Involving Law Enforcement in Colorado
Police pursuits, while critical for apprehending suspects, carry heightened risks for all individuals involved—including law enforcement officers and innocent bystanders. Incidents like the one at Buckley Rd and Dartmouth Ave illustrate the dangers officers face while responding to emergencies at high speeds.
In Colorado, hundreds of pursuit-related incidents are reported each year, with many resulting in injury. These events often occur in urban areas where high-speed maneuvers and split-second decisions must be made amid regular traffic.
Injuries sustained during such incidents can lead to long recovery periods, medical expenses, and impacts on an officer’s career and well-being. For civilians involved in these accidents, even if uninjured, the emotional and financial toll can be significant.
Understanding the risks and legal implications of police pursuit collisions is important. Agencies regularly assess pursuit protocols and driver training standards to minimize such outcomes and protect public safety.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a pursuit-related accident, help is available.
For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports.
