Eight first responders hospitalized after responding to suspected meth lab in Crestwood, Illinois, on October 1, 2025.

Eight first responders—four police officers and four firefighters—were hospitalized after investigating a suspected methamphetamine lab in Crestwood, Illinois, on Tuesday, October 1, 2025. All have since been treated and released, though the nature of their injuries remains undisclosed. The individual believed to be operating the lab was also hospitalized, with no details provided on their condition. Authorities have not released information on the cause of the health issues or the extent of chemical exposure. The investigation is ongoing, and no charges have been filed.