Jacksonville, FL (August 1, 2026) – One person was hospitalized after a three-vehicle crash involving two Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicles at Cassat Avenue and Edgewood Avenue South early on Thursday morning, July 30, shortly before 1 a.m.
A Volkswagen Jetta traveling north on Cassat Avenue attempted to turn left onto Edgewood Avenue South when it collided with a southbound Ford Explorer patrol vehicle. The impact pushed the patrol SUV across Edgewood Avenue South, where it struck a second JSO patrol vehicle. The Jetta driver was taken to a hospital with a possible ankle injury.
The officer driving the first patrol vehicle suffered non-incapacitating injuries and was not transported, while the second officer reported no injuries.
We hope those injured in the crash have a safe and complete recovery.
How Crashes Involving Emergency Vehicles Are Reviewed
Crashes involving emergency vehicles are reviewed by examining vehicle movements, roadway conditions, traffic signals, and available evidence from the scene. Investigators may consider driver statements, witness accounts, vehicle positions, and other details to understand how the collision occurred.
When emergency lights and sirens are involved, investigators may review the actions of all drivers and the conditions present at the time of the crash. Information collected from the roadway can help establish the sequence of events before the impact.