Hollywood star Josh Hartnett was dramatically rushed to hospital after a terrifying collision involving a police vehicle during filming in Canada, according to emergency officials.
The 45-year-old actor, famous for roles in Pearl Harbour and Black Hawk Down, was involved in the shocking incident while working on location in Cambridge, Ontario.
Emergency Response Activated
Regional police confirmed that emergency services scrambled to the scene following reports of a collision between a civilian vehicle and a police cruiser. Hartnett was immediately transported to hospital as a precautionary measure, though fortunately his injuries were described as non-life-threatening.
A police spokesperson stated: "We can confirm a collision occurred between a police vehicle and another car. One individual was taken to hospital as a precaution and has since been released."
Filming Location Drama
The incident occurred while Hartnett was in Canada working on an upcoming television project. Production crews were reportedly on location when the unexpected collision took place, temporarily halting filming activities.
Witnesses described a scene of controlled chaos as emergency responders quickly secured the area and attended to those involved. The police officer operating the cruiser was also assessed at the scene but did not require hospital treatment.
Actor's Condition and Recovery
Medical professionals confirmed that Hartnett received thorough evaluation at a local medical facility before being cleared to leave. Sources close to the production indicate the actor is expected to make a full recovery and return to filming shortly.
"Josh is doing well considering the circumstances," an insider revealed. "It was a frightening experience for everyone involved, but he's resilient and looking forward to getting back to work."
Safety Protocols Under Review
The production company has launched a full review of on-set safety procedures following the alarming incident. Industry standards typically require extensive safety measures during filming involving vehicles, particularly when law enforcement equipment is involved.
Local authorities have also initiated their standard investigation into the collision, examining factors that may have contributed to the unexpected incident between the police vehicle and the actor's transport.
Hartnett's representatives have expressed gratitude for the swift medical response and confirmed the actor is resting comfortably as he prepares to resume his filming commitments in the coming days.
