A 12-year-old boy was hit by a car and killed while attempting to cross a Winnetka street Monday morning, Dec. 22, and the driver was arrested on suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, authorities said.
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\nLos Angeles police responded to Saticoy Street and Winnetka Avenue about 2:50 a.m., said Officer David Cuellar, a LAPD spokesman.<\/p>\n
The driver, in a sedan, was traveling eastbound on Saticoy when he struck the child, who was not in a crosswalk, Cuellar said. The driver remained at the scene and was arrested.
\nThe Nissan sedan had damage to the passenger side of the hood and windshield. A posted sign shows a 40-mph speed limit.<\/p>\n
It was not known why the boy was out at that hour, Cuellar said.
\nThe LAPD\u2019s Valley Traffic Bureau was investigating the crash.<\/p>\n
The accident is a tragic reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence and the importance of pedestrian safety. The community is left to mourn the loss of a young life, and the driver faces serious consequences for their actions.<\/p>\n
A 12-year-old boy was struck and killed by a car while attempting to cross a street in Winnetka.<\/p>\n
Yes, the driver was arrested on suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.<\/p>\n
The accident occurred at approximately 2:50 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 22.<\/p>\n
Yes, the LAPD\u2019s Valley Traffic Bureau is investigating the crash.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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