As many as six people were injured after a multi-car crash near Chinatown, Los Angeles, on Saturday afternoon, August 31, 2024.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the incident began around 4:50 p.m. near Soto Street and Michigan Avenue.
Officers were called to the area after receiving reports of a man with a gun and found the alleged suspect, along with two others, inside a gray BMW.
The suspect’s vehicle later crashed into another car near the 1200 block of Spring Street, causing the other car to veer into a wall.
Firefighters were on the scene and used hydraulic tools to free two people trapped inside the car following the collision. LAFD paramedics transported five people to the hospital, all in fair-to-moderate condition. The injured include four males between the ages of 8 and 17 and a 40-year-old woman.
Officers were seen holding all three occupants of the BMW at gunpoint and taking them into custody. Despite earlier reports of a pursuit, LAPD clarified that they were in tracking mode when the crash occurred.
There is no additional information immediately available.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
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