Worcester, MA (January 17, 2026) – A serious incident occurred Friday morning on Main Street in Worcester, where two law enforcement officers were struck by a vehicle, prompting a major emergency response from local authorities and medical personnel.
According to dispatch audio recorded around 7:09 a.m. on January 16, emergency services were called to the area following reports that a vehicle had hit two officers. Units, including Paramedic One and Car Four, were immediately sent to the scene to provide urgent medical assistance. Additional medical support was also requested, with multiple paramedic trucks dispatched to assist.
The collision took place near the 1200 block of Main St, in a busy area surrounded by residential buildings and community facilities. Responding crews arrived within minutes, and paramedics began treating both officers for injuries sustained in the incident. The condition of the officers has not been officially released, but sources indicate that the injuries were significant enough to require advanced care.
The Worcester Police Department is investigating the circumstances of the crash. It is not yet known whether the vehicle remained at the scene or if any charges have been filed. Authorities are likely reviewing nearby surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses as part of the ongoing investigation.
The community is awaiting updates on the officers’ conditions. Officials have not disclosed whether this was an intentional act or a traffic-related accident.
Our thoughts are with the injured officers, their families, and the entire Worcester public safety community during this difficult time. We hope for their full and speedy recovery.
