Introduction to the Incident
A teenage boy was gravely injured Wednesday when he was struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of Campbell Hall School in Studio City, and five other people sustained lesser injuries.
Details of the Incident
Firefighters responded to the school in the 4500 block of Laurel Canyon Boulevard around 3:10 p.m. and found the gravely injured teen in the parking lot, according to Los Angeles Fire Department spokesman Brian Humphrey. The victim was taken to a hospital, along with his uninjured father, Humphrey said. Another teenage boy, who is not believed to be related to the other victim, later reported unspecified minor injuries following the collision, Humphrey said. He was evaluated at the scene but was not taken to a hospital. Four other people — identified only as another minor and three adults — sustained unspecified non-life-threatening injuries.
Response and Investigation
“The Mayor’s Crisis Response Team is en route to offer emotional support and recovery assistance to relatives and witnesses at the scene,” Humphrey said. Video from the scene showed what appeared to be three vehicles that had collided in the parking lot, and a canopy was erected in the space between two of the vehicles. The scene was being investigated Wednesday afternoon by the Los Angeles Police Department’s Valley Traffic Division.
Related Incidents
Other recent incidents in the area include a CHP cruiser overturning during a pursuit in Compton, with no injuries reported, and a ‘reckless’ car chase suspect being arrested after crashing into cars in Pacoima. Additionally, two people were killed in a fiery crash on the 5 Freeway in Sylmar, and a CHP pursuit of a speeding Aston Martin ended fatally after a crash and foot chase in LA. A woman, 60, was also killed in a vehicle collision in Acton.
Conclusion
The incident at Campbell Hall School in Studio City highlights the importance of safety and vigilance in school parking lots. The investigation into the collision is ongoing, and the community is coming together to support those affected. It is essential to prioritize road safety and take measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
FAQs
- Q: How many people were injured in the incident?
A: Six people were injured, including one teenage boy who was gravely hurt. - Q: What is the current status of the investigation?
A: The Los Angeles Police Department’s Valley Traffic Division is investigating the incident. - Q: Were there any other recent incidents in the area?
A: Yes, there have been several other incidents in the area, including a CHP cruiser overturning during a pursuit, a car chase suspect being arrested, and fatal crashes on the 5 Freeway and in Acton. - Q: What support is being offered to those affected?
A: The Mayor’s Crisis Response Team is offering emotional support and recovery assistance to relatives and witnesses at the scene.
