The Value of a Police Report After a Car Accident

If you’ve been in a car accident, you know how stressful things can get—fast. In the middle of exchanging information, checking for injuries, and calling for help, one key step often gets overlooked: filing a police report.

At CollisionCam, we provide crash footage that can support your side of the story—but when combined with a police report, the evidence becomes even more powerful. Here's why police reports matter—and how they can protect you after an accident.

What Is a Police Report?

A police report is an official document created by a responding officer at the scene of a crash. It includes:

● Date, time, and location of the accident

● Names and contact info of those involved

● Vehicle details and insurance information

● Witness statements

● A summary of what happened, including possible fault

● Diagrams or photos of the scene

Why a Police Report Is So Important

1. It Creates an Objective Record

A police report provides an unbiased third-party account of the accident. Insurance companies—and even courts—often use the report as a baseline when determining fault and liability.

2. It Helps Support Your Insurance Claim

Insurance adjusters use police reports to:

● Verify your account of the crash

● Determine fault

● Process claims faster

If you’re not at fault, a detailed report can help prove it—and may prevent your premiums from going up.

3. It Can Strengthen Legal Cases

If your accident results in a lawsuit or personal injury claim, a police report is a vital piece of documentation. Lawyers, judges, and juries all rely on it to understand the timeline and details.

Combined with video footage from CollisionCam, your case becomes significantly stronger.

4. It Helps Identify Hit-and-Run Drivers

In hit-and-run cases, a police report:

● Documents initial damage and witness info

● Starts the official investigation

● May include surveillance leads from local businesses or CollisionCam.

5. It May Be Legally Required

In Utah, drivers are required to contact the police if there’s injury, death, or apparent vehicle damage over $1,500. Failing to do so could result in fines or penalties.’

Police Reports + Crash Footage = Clear Proof

While police reports are powerful, they’re even more effective when paired with real-time video evidence. At CollisionCam, our cameras capture the full story—what happened before, during, and after a crash. Together, a police report and our footage provide undeniable clarity.

Final Thoughts

In any car accident, documentation is key—and a police report is one of the most valuable tools you can have. It protects your rights, supports your claim, and gives you the credibility you need when it matters most.

If you’ve been in a crash, request your footage and get a copy of the police report. Together, they tell the whole story.

Request footage now at CollisionCam.com