Alleged Wrong-Way Driver Triggers Fatal Crash in Commerce
Crash Unfolds After Brief Pursuit with California Highway Patrol
An alleged wrong-way driver sparked a brief pursuit with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) in Commerce, ending in a two-vehicle crash that killed a bystander and critically injured three others, including a pedestrian who had their legs severed, authorities said Sunday.
Pursuit and Crash Details
Officer’s tried to pull over the vehicle shortly after 11 p.m. Saturday in the area of Eastern and Florence Avenues, according to the CHP. The pursuit ended at 11:14 p.m. and firefighters and paramedics were dispatched to the crash scene at Eastern Avenue and Randolph Street a couple of minutes later, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
Injuries and Fatalities
One person seated at a bench was killed from the impact of the crash and a pedestrian walking inside a crosswalk had their legs severed, according to a watch commander at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s East Los Angeles station. One person was pronounced dead at the scene. Two people inside the suspect’s vehicle suffered “extensive injuries” and were rushed to a hospital. The driver was treated at a hospital before being taken to a county jail, the watch commander said. The conditions and number of occupants inside the other vehicle were not immediately known, he said.
Injuries to Others
Two other people suffered minor injuries and it was not immediately known if they were transported to a hospital, according to a fire department spokesperson.
Investigation Ongoing
“We’re still working backwards to figure out what has happened,” the watch commander said.
Conclusion
The incident is a tragic reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies to prevent such incidents.
FAQs
* When did the incident occur?
+ Saturday, 11 p.m.
* Where did the incident occur?
+ Eastern Avenue and Randolph Street in Commerce
* How many people were killed or injured?
+ 1 person was killed, 3 others critically injured, and 2 others suffered minor injuries.
