Marietta, GA (August 30, 2026) – An officer and another driver were injured on Friday afternoon, August 28, in a crash involving a marked patrol car at Old Canton Road and Robinson Road. The collision happened around 2:07 p.m.
The officer was driving the marked patrol vehicle when it was involved in the crash. Both the officer and the other driver were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to police. Cobb County Police closed the intersection while investigators processed the scene.
Drivers were advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes while the roadway was restricted. Additional details about what led to the collision were not immediately available. The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with both injured people as they recover.
What Should Drivers Know About Crashes Involving Police Vehicles?
Crashes involving police vehicles can create additional traffic concerns because officers may be responding to calls or traveling through busy intersections. Motorists should remain alert to marked patrol cars and other emergency vehicles approaching from different directions.
Drivers should follow traffic signals and watch for vehicles entering intersections unexpectedly. Maintaining a safe speed can provide more time to react when traffic conditions change.
When an intersection is closed after a collision, motorists should avoid driving through restricted areas. Following detours and giving investigators and other responders enough room to work can help keep the roadway safer.
