NC State Trooper Injured After Cruiser Struck on Interstate 85
A North Carolina State Highway Patrol trooper sustained injuries when their stopped cruiser was struck by a vehicle on Interstate 85 near the merge with Interstate 40 in Orange County.
Raleigh Durham, NC, October 11, 2026 — A North Carolina State Highway Patrol trooper was injured when their patrol car was struck by another vehicle. The incident occurred while the trooper’s cruiser was stopped on Interstate 85.
The collision took place in Orange County, North Carolina, on Interstate 85. The exact location of the incident was near the merge point with Interstate 40.
The trooper’s vehicle was stationary at the time of the impact. Details regarding the cause of the collision, the identity of the driver of the other vehicle, or the specific nature and severity of the trooper’s injuries were not immediately available. Information regarding the status of any investigations or citations issued was also not provided.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is responsible for enforcing traffic laws and ensuring safety on state roadways, including major interstates like I-85 and I-40.
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