Independence, MO – September 25, 2023 – A police pursuit initiated from a “suspicious activity” call at Walmart crashed in Independence, injuring four bystanders, two of them critically.
The chase began around 3:15 p.m. when officers responded to reports at the Walmart located on East US Highway 24. According to the Independence Police Department, the suspect fled in a vehicle, leading to a high-speed pursuit.
The vehicle collided with another car at the intersection of East 23rd Street and South Crackerneck Road shortly after 3:30 p.m. Four individuals in the vicinity sustained injuries, two of whom are in critical condition, as confirmed by authorities. Emergency medical services transported the injured parties to nearby hospitals.
Police closed several lanes at the scene to manage the situation and conduct their investigation. Tows were initiated for the vehicles involved in the crash.
The status of the suspect remains unclear, with additional details pending from law enforcement officials. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging any witnesses to come forward.