Actor Josh Hartnett was hospitalized following a collision between the SUV he was traveling in and a police vehicle in Newfoundland. The incident occurred around 1 am on Thursday, September 25th, at the intersection of New Cove Road and Elizabeth Avenue in St John’s. Hartnett, aged 47, was a passenger during the accident, as reported by CBC News.
Authorities confirmed that the SUV, driven by a 59-year-old man whose identity remains undisclosed, was hit by a Royal Newfoundland Constabulary patrol car. A police officer was also taken to the hospital as a precaution. Hartnett, the driver, and the officer were all checked for minor injuries, with both vehicles sustaining significant damage. Investigators are seeking witnesses and requesting any available video footage related to the incident.
At the time of the crash, Hartnett was returning from filming a Netflix production in Newfoundland known as the “untitled Netflix Newfoundland series.” The series features a notable cast, including Mackenzie Davis, Charlie Heaton, Natasha Henstridge, Ruby Stokes, Joshua Close, and Rohan Campbell.
Hartnett, originally from Saint Paul, Minnesota, rose to fame in the late 1990s with roles in The Faculty and Halloween H20. He gained further recognition in 2001 for his performances in Pearl Harbor and Black Hawk Down. Transitioning to independent films and television in later years, Hartnett received acclaim for his work in Showtime’s Penny Dreadful and Guy Ritchie’s Wrath of Man.
In a candid conversation with Julia Stiles, Hartnett explained his decision to step back from Hollywood to maintain his mental well-being. He expressed concerns about the pitfalls of fame and the importance of staying connected to his roots. Currently residing in the UK with his wife Tamsin Egerton, Hartnett emphasized the significance of community in his life, emphasizing that achievements are fulfilling but community support is invaluable.
Recently, Hartnett played a significant role in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer and has been actively involved in various screen projects, including the ongoing Netflix series. Investigations into the Newfoundland collision are ongoing.
