Memphis, TN (May 24, 2026) – A collision involving a police vehicle left three people hospitalized Saturday evening at the intersection of Poplar Avenue and Prescott Street in East Memphis.
According to Memphis police, officers were called to the intersection around 6:00 p.m. Saturday, May 23. Three people, including an officer, were taken to a nearby hospital following the roadway incident.
Police said all three people were listed in non-critical condition. Additional details about what led to the roadway encounter had not been released as of Sunday morning.
Investigators are still working to determine the factors that led to the roadway incident.
We hope those receiving medical care make a full and steady recovery.
How Multi-Vehicle Roadway Encounters Are Reviewed
After a serious roadway encounter involving several vehicles, early reports usually focus on the number of people involved, traffic delays, and whether anyone required hospital care. Information released during the first few hours may remain limited while investigators gather statements, examine vehicle positions, and review roadway markings.
Proof like traffic cameras and nearby surveillance footage can sometimes help show how vehicles moved before contact occurred. Weather, lighting, and traffic flow are also commonly reviewed because they may affect driver visibility and reaction time. Medical evaluations may later provide more detail about the extent of physical harm, especially when people are initially listed in stable condition. In many cases, roadway closures remain in place for several hours while measurements and photographs are collected to help build a clearer timeline of what happened.
