Des Moines, IA (January 27, 2026) – A police officer sustained minor injuries Monday afternoon following a vehicle crash near the intersection of Southeast 6th Street and Hartford Avenue in Des Moines.
The incident occurred around 2:35 p.m. on January 26 and prompted a coordinated emergency response. According to dispatch reports, a crime scene investigation (CSI) unit was requested to document the scene and photograph the officer’s injuries as part of official procedures.
Authorities confirmed that the crash involved a vehicle striking or coming into contact with a building, though further details regarding the cause of the collision have not yet been released. The injured officer was evaluated on-site, and their injuries were believed to be non-life-threatening.
Coordination between the scene and the identification garage allowed officials to capture necessary documentation as part of the investigation.
We extend our support to the injured officer and hope for a quick and full recovery.
