Menifee Police Officer, Civilian Hospitalized After Multi-Car Crash

Incident occurred at busy intersection, causing road closures

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Two people, including a Menifee Police Department officer, were hospitalized following a multi-car crash at the intersection of McCall Road and Menifee Road in Menifee, California on Wednesday afternoon. The officer was responding to a medical call when the collision occurred, and the cause is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.

Why it matters

Intersection crashes involving emergency vehicles can raise concerns about public safety and the protocols for responding to calls. This incident highlights the risks first responders face and the need to ensure proper procedures are in place to protect both officers and civilians.

The details

According to police, the crash happened just before 2:10 p.m. when the on-duty Menifee police officer entered the intersection and collided with two other vehicles. Both the officer and the driver of one of the other vehicles were transported to a nearby hospital as a precaution. The intersection was closed for several hours as authorities investigated the cause of the collision.

  • The crash occurred just before 2:10 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Menifee Police Department

The local police department serving the city of Menifee, California.

California Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency handling the investigation into the crash.

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What’s next

The California Highway Patrol will continue investigating the cause of the crash and determine if any citations or charges will be filed.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the risks first responders face when responding to emergencies and the need for robust safety protocols to protect both officers and civilians at busy intersections.