A Burlington police patrol car crashed Sunday night while responding to a reported shooting, leaving three people injured, according to officials. The crash happened at the intersection of Anthony Street and South Church Street in Burlington, North Carolina.
Details – Burlington Patrol Car Involved in Crash
According to FOX8, the incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2025. Burlington police were responding to reports of gunfire near the 700 block of North Church Street when one of their patrol cars collided with another vehicle at the intersection of Anthony Street and South Church Street.
Officials confirmed that 3 people were injured in the crash, including two officers and one civilian. All were transported to local hospitals with what police described as non-life-threatening injuries.
The shooting that initially prompted the police response is still under investigation. Authorities have not released details about potential suspects or victims in the gunfire incident.
Source: Myfox8
Written by Daniel Olafamoye, Greensboro NC News.