Police Chase Leads to Bus Crash Injuring Pedestrian – Sources Say Victim Has Family Ties to Patrick Surtain II; Broncos Community Stunned

ROCHESTER — What began as an ordinary morning quickly turned into a frightening scene after a police pursuit ended in a serious crash, leaving a pedestrian critically injured at a busy intersection.

Preliminary reports indicate that a vehicle fleeing law enforcement triggered a chain-reaction collision involving a city bus, which then lost control and struck an individual walking nearby. The injured pedestrian was transported in critical condition to Strong Memorial Hospital. Authorities have not officially released the victim’s identity.

However, multiple sources close to the NFL have indicated that the individual reportedly has a family connection to Denver Broncos defensive star Patrick Surtain II.

Surtain’s representatives have not issued a public statement. According to those familiar with the situation, the All-Pro cornerback immediately made arrangements to travel to Rochester upon receiving the news. Witnesses at the hospital described his arrival as quiet and private — no media attention, no public display — just a focused presence beside his family.

On the field, Surtain is known for his composure and precision. Off the field, he is a son, a nephew, a brother — and in this moment, football has taken a backseat to something far more important.

Members of the Broncos organization are said to have reached out privately with words of encouragement and support. One team source shared simply, “Family always comes first. We’re standing with him.”

Broncos fans quickly filled social media with prayers and messages of solidarity. Hashtags such as #PrayForSurtain and #BroncosFamily began trending among supporters dressed in orange and navy, united during a deeply difficult time.

Law enforcement officials in New York State confirmed that the incident began when a driver suspected of a traffic violation refused to pull over. The resulting collision caused the bus to veer off course, ultimately trapping the pedestrian beneath the vehicle.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the pursuit and crash. As of the latest update, the victim’s condition has been described as “serious but receiving active treatment.”

For the Broncos, the season may still lie ahead. But at this moment, football feels secondary.

Sometimes life reminds us that behind every helmet is a human being — and behind every player is a family.

Today, the Broncos community is not simply cheering for an All-Pro cornerback.

They are praying for his family.