Early Thursday morning, June 11, 2026, a police pursuit in Mirabel, Quebec, concluded when a fleeing vehicle collided with a Hydro‑Québec utility pole. The impact left two individuals injured, with one of them listed in critical condition by hospital staff.
Officers had initiated the chase earlier in the morning after identifying two suspects who were attempting to evade law enforcement. The pursuit continued through residential streets before the suspect's car struck the pole, bringing the high‑speed effort to an abrupt halt.
The collision caused significant damage to the pole and the vehicle, prompting an immediate response from emergency crews. Both occupants of the car were extracted from the wreckage and transported to a local medical facility for treatment. Hospital personnel reported that one of the injured required intensive care, while the second sustained injuries that were not deemed life‑threatening.
Police officers on the scene secured the area and began an investigation into the circumstances that led to the crash. They confirmed that the utility pole, owned by Hydro‑Québec, was a critical piece of infrastructure, and its damage will be assessed for repairs.
Emergency services, including paramedics and fire responders, worked alongside police to provide medical assistance and ensure public safety. The incident has been logged as a serious traffic event, and authorities are reviewing the pursuit protocol in light of the outcomes.
The two injured remain under hospital care, with updates on their condition expected to be released by medical staff as they become available.