Trooper Critically Injured After Fall From Bridge During Pursuit
A trooper sustained severe injuries after falling from a bridge on Interstate 94 while attempting to stop a chase.
La Crosse Eau Claire, WI, September 21, 2026 — A state trooper has sustained severe injuries following an incident where they fell from a bridge over Interstate 94. The fall occurred while the trooper was in the process of attempting to stop a vehicle pursuit.
The trooper was reportedly on Interstate 94 when the incident took place. Details regarding the specific circumstances leading up to the fall, including the nature of the pursuit and the actions taken by the trooper, were not immediately available. The trooper fell from the bridge structure itself.
The severity of the trooper’s injuries has been described as severe. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene following the incident. The trooper received immediate medical attention at the site before being transported for further treatment. Specifics about the trooper’s current condition or the medical facility where they are being treated were not provided.
The incident caused disruptions to traffic on Interstate 94 as authorities responded and secured the area. Investigations into the exact sequence of events that led to the trooper’s fall are expected to be conducted.
Further information regarding the pursuit, the condition of the trooper, and any potential charges related to the pursuit were not disclosed at the time of reporting. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The outcome of any inspections was not provided. The timeline of the event was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Caroline Bach on www.wxow.com, see more information here.
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