Pedestrian Struck by Police Cruiser at UMass Lowell

Officials confirm incident near campus intersection, investigation ongoing

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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A pedestrian was struck by a police cruiser outside a building on the University of Massachusetts Lowell's South Campus on Thursday evening, according to Lowell police and university officials. Authorities are investigating the 'serious crash involving a pedestrian and a cruiser' that occurred around 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of Wilder and Bachelder streets.

Why it matters

The incident raises concerns about public safety and police-pedestrian interactions near university campuses, which often have high foot traffic. UMass Lowell has said it will provide counseling resources to members of the community who witnessed the event.

The details

According to the university, the pedestrian was hit by a vehicle near the intersection of Broadway and Wilder Street, outside the McGauvran Center. Lowell police and the Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis Reconstruction Section are investigating the crash.

  • The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 6, 2026.

The players

UMass Lowell

The University of Massachusetts Lowell, a public research university located in Lowell, Massachusetts.

Lowell Police Department

The police department responsible for law enforcement in the city of Lowell, Massachusetts.

Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis Reconstruction Section

A specialized unit within the Massachusetts State Police that investigates and reconstructs serious motor vehicle crashes.

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What’s next

Lowell police and the Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis Reconstruction Section are continuing their investigation into the incident.

The takeaway

This event highlights the need for increased safety measures and awareness around pedestrian-vehicle interactions, especially in areas with high foot traffic near university campuses.