2 Drivers Injured in Huntley, Illinois Crash Near Pond

One vehicle ended up near a pond, but neither car went into the water.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Two elderly women were injured in a two-vehicle crash in Huntley, Illinois on Thursday morning. One car was found in the roadway, while the other went down a hill and ended up near a pond, coming to rest just a few feet from the shore in ankle-deep water. Both drivers were taken to the hospital with minor to moderate, non-life-threatening injuries.

Why it matters

Crashes involving vehicles ending up near bodies of water can raise concerns about public safety and the potential for more serious injuries or fatalities. This incident highlights the need for careful driving, especially by elderly motorists, and the importance of emergency response teams being prepared to handle a variety of accident scenarios.

The details

The crash occurred around 9:45 a.m. at the intersection of River Park Drive and Dell Webb Boulevard in Huntley. One vehicle was found damaged in the roadway, while the other went down a hill and ended up near a nearby pond, coming to rest just a few feet from the shore in ankle-deep water. Both vehicles sustained severe damage, but neither car actually went into the pond. The driver of the vehicle that went down the hill required minor extrication by the fire department.

  • The crash occurred at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Huntley Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the crash.

Huntley Fire Protection District

The local fire department that responded to the crash and provided emergency services.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially for elderly motorists, and the need for emergency responders to be prepared to handle a variety of accident scenarios, including those involving vehicles near bodies of water.