Lincoln, NE (May 23, 2026) – Emergency units responded to a two-vehicle crash that left five people injured on Friday morning near 48th Street and R Street in Lincoln.
Authorities said the crash happened just before 10:45 a.m. on May 22, one block north of O Street, prompting a large emergency response. Lincoln Police, Lincoln Fire and Rescue, and multiple ambulances arrived at the scene, where both vehicles showed significant front-end damage.
According to investigators, a southbound vehicle attempted a left turn onto R Street and collided with a northbound vehicle traveling through the intersection. Both vehicles carried multiple occupants at the time of the crash.
The police confirmed that three people were inside the southbound vehicle and two were inside the northbound vehicle. All five individuals sustained injuries and were evaluated following the collision; investigation is still ongoing, and more information may be made available.
We wish those injured a speedy and swift recovery.
Why Left-Turn Intersection Crashes Lead to Multiple Injuries
Left-turn collisions at intersections are a common type of crash because drivers must judge the speed and distance of oncoming traffic while completing the turn. Misjudgment or limited visibility can result in direct impacts between vehicles.
Investigators typically review signal timing, lane positioning, and sightlines when analyzing these crashes. Vehicle damage patterns and final resting positions can help determine which vehicle had the right of way.
When multiple occupants are involved, injury reports can vary depending on seating position and point of impact; even when crashes occur at moderate speeds, the combined force of a front-end collision can result in injuries for several people inside both vehicles.
