Police officer struck by own vehicle on M8 motorway
An officer from Police Scotland has been taken to hospital after being struck by his own police vehicle on the M8 motorway.
Apr 20, 2026
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 7.40pm on Saturday, 18 April, 2026, a Ford Kuga collided with a stationary police vehicle on the slip road of J.27 of the M8 westbound.
“The police car struck a male officer who was dealing with a broken-down vehicle at the time. “The officer and the male driver of the Ford Kuga, who also sustained injuries in the crash, were taken to hospital.
“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”