4 Injured in Police-Involved Crash in Brooklyn Park

Authorities say the police vehicle had its lights and sirens activated when the incident occurred

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Four people were injured in a three-vehicle crash involving a police squad car that was responding to an emergency call in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota on Wednesday afternoon. The injured parties were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Why it matters

Police-involved crashes can raise concerns about public safety and the appropriate use of emergency response vehicles. This incident highlights the need to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash to ensure proper protocols were followed.

The details

The crash occurred around 3:20 p.m. in the area of 85th Avenue North and Zane Avenue North when the police vehicle, which had its lights and sirens activated, was responding to an emergency call. Four people were injured in the three-vehicle collision and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of injuries that did not appear to be life-threatening.

  • The incident occurred around 3:20 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Minnesota State Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that was contacted to investigate the crash because it involved a local police vehicle.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for thorough investigation into police-involved crashes to ensure proper procedures were followed and to identify any areas for improvement in emergency response protocols.