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Two Illinois State Police Squad Cars Struck on Interstates

By Nationwide Report Staff
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October 11, 2026

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Illinois

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Illinois

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Two Illinois State Police squad cars have been struck while on interstate highways in Illinois, according to WAND.

Details surrounding the incidents, including the specific interstates involved, the circumstances of each crash, and whether any troopers or other individuals were injured, have not yet been released. Illinois State Police has not provided additional information on the exact locations or timing of the two incidents.

It remains unclear whether the two crashes occurred separately or in close proximity to one another, and no information has been made available regarding the vehicles or drivers involved in striking the patrol cars. Illinois State Police is the agency associated with both squad cars reported to have been hit.

No information has been released about the extent of damage to the vehicles or whether the interstates were affected by lane closures or traffic disruptions as a result of either crash.

This report is based on preliminary information attributed to WAND, and further details about the incidents, including any injuries, investigative findings, or additional circumstances, have not yet been disclosed.

This story will be updated as officials release more information about the two incidents involving Illinois State Police vehicles.

Source: Reported by IL-25 News Now
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