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Late in the evening on Saturday, December 14, 2024, a serious car crash involving a large number of individuals led to major traffic congestion on the 5 Freeway in Los Angeles, particularly in the Pacoima area near Paxton Street. This incident, a rollover crash, occurred on the northbound stretch of the freeway and involved a total of ten people.

Four of the ten involved individuals were transported to a local hospital, among which two are listed in serious condition; a 27-year-old female and a 34-year-old male. The remaining six were offered transport to medical facilities but chose to decline. Details regarding the extent of their injuries, if any, have not been disclosed.

Images sourced from the Citizen App reveal substantial damage to a silver sedan involved in the collision. Also reported was an overturned vehicle. Following the accident, several lanes on the northbound 5 Freeway were closed, resulting in bumper-to-bumper traffic as pictured in footage taken by passing drivers.

Currently, it remains unclear how many vehicles were in fact involved in the crash. Additionally, factors contributing to the incident such as speed or impairment have yet to be determined.

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A driver is currently in critical condition following a car accident which resulted in the vehicle landing in a wash in North Hills, as reported by the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) on Saturday evening. The LAFD confirmed that the accident transpired just before 5 p.m. at approximately 15100 West Parthenia St. Post-collision, the patients vehicle came to rest in the wash.

Initial reports indicated a requirement for an auto-extrication operation as it was believed the driver was trapped within the wash. However, upon arrival and assessment of the situation, the fire department crews found the driver was not trapped after all. They did, however, necessitate a litter basket operation to ensure the safe extraction of the driver from the wash.

The LAFD has since reported that the driver, seriously injured due to the nature of the accident, was successfully transported for further medical care. An additional adult male patient was evaluated for minor injuries.

Presently, details are sparse and the exact cause of the accident remains undisclosed. No immediate information is available regarding the condition or presence of the occupants of the other vehicle involved in the initial collision.

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A serious road collision that took place in North Hills, California, resulted in a driver landing in a wash and requiring a specialized rescue operation from the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). The incident occurred just before 5 p.m. on Saturday near 15100 West Parthenia St.

Two vehicles were involved in this mishap. The drivers car collided with another vehicle, after which it ended up in the wash. Initial dispatches to the fire department indicated that the driver was immured in the wash and necessitated an auto-extrication operation. However, upon arrival and subsequent evaluation of the scene, it was discerned that while the driver was not ensnared, a litter basket operation was needed to ensure their safe retrieval from the wash.

Numerous images of the incident scene were shared on Citizen.com, depicting the car post-incident and the ensuing rescue operation which was initiated by LAFD. The driver was ultimately extricated and transported urgently owing to the severity of their injuries. However, the full extent of their injuries and prognosis was not immediately disclosed.

In addition to the driver, one other individual, an adult male, was evaluated for minor injuries. The specifics about the second patients connection to the incident, along with other potential occupants of the second vehicle involved in the collision, remain undisclosed at the moment. Similarly, the exact cause of the crash has not been officially communicated by the fire department as of now.

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A 19-year-old San Bernardino County resident, Jacob Vidana-Delgado, has been apprehended for allegedly operating an off-road vehicle recklessly in an intersection filled with children. The incident occurred near the intersection of Mojave and Alexandria Streets in Adelanto on a recent Friday evening around 5:30 p.m.

The Victor Valley Sheriffs Station reported that Vidana-Delgado was observed driving a Polaris off-road vehicle at unsafe speeds into the crowded intersection. Despite deputies efforts to pull him over, the suspect reportedly refused to comply, instigating a police chase. During the pursuit, Vidana-Delgado allegedly continued to accelerate, disregard public safety, and failed to halt at controlled intersections.

Officials report that Vidana-Delgado eventually returned to his home, with deputies tailing him. Upon reaching his residence, he was taken into custody without any further altercations. Charges against the 19-year-old include evading a peace officer with disregard for public safety and reckless driving on a highway. Following the incident, his off-road vehicle was towed away from the premises.

No injuries were reported in relation to the incident. The case is currently under investigation. Members of the public with any pertinent information are urged to contact Deputy M. Lewis at the Victor Valley Sheriffs Station. Anonymous tips can alternatively be provided to We-Tip either via phone or their online portal.

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Twelve California recipients have been awarded a total of $135.2 million by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This funding is designated for the purchase of 455 zero-emission vehicles, as announced by Senator Alex Padilla on Friday. The funds are provided under the Inflation Reduction Act, an intrinsic part of EPAs newly initiated Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grant Program.

The central focus of this initiative is to combat climate change by reducing the pollution caused by heavy-duty vehicles and school buses. Additionally, this large-scale investment from the Inflation Reduction Act would aid in replacing vehicles powered by diesel and fossil fuels with zero-emission alternatives. This transition is fundamental in ensuring cleaner air in the regions highly affected by pollution in California, while also instigating the creation of sustainable and well-paid job opportunities.

Among the recipients are: South Coast Air Quality Management District, with $58.74 million; Los Angeles Unified School District, Transportation Services Division, with $20.37 million aimed at replacing 50 school buses with zero-emission alternatives; Oakland Unified School District, with $15.18 million for transitioning 60 school buses to zero-emission vehicles; Port Department of the City of Oakland, with $10.50 million to replace 60 UPS delivery trucks; and San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District, with $8.93 million to switch 26 Class 6 and 7 on-road trucks to zero-emission technologies.

Post the finalization of the awards by the EPA, the completion of this project is anticipated to be accomplished by early 2025.

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California Highway Patrol (CHP) and other news sources report an appeal by the Upland Police Department for public aid in identifying two vehicles implicated in a fatal hit-and-run that occurred in Upland last month. The vehicles are tied to a crash resulting in the death of 21-year-old Chino resident, Michael Yanez.

The incident transpired on November 30, approximately 5:30 p.m., on West 8th Street, just east of San Antonio Avenue. Officers who responded to the scene found that Yanez had been hit by two vehicles that left the scene without stopping.

Police are currently seeking a white or silver Jeep Wrangler and a light blue minivan. Both vehicles are believed to have struck Yanez, leading to his death due to associated injuries.

The Jeep Wrangler, according to visuals provided by the Upland Police Department, has been lifted with an aftermarket front bumper, exhibits a drivers side hi-lift jack situated near the fender, and features a black hard top along with black rocker guards on the bodys sides. Unfortunately, there was no additional description available for the minivan.

The Upland Police Department continues its efforts to locate the involved vehicles and drivers, requesting anyone with any information about these vehicles to contact Officer Santana at 909-946-7624 x 2606 or through email at gsantana@uplandpd.org.

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A fatal multi-vehicle collision was reported in the Sawtelle neighborhood of Los Angeles on the evening of December 12, 2024. Occurring at approximately 8:12 p.m. at the junction of Centinela Avenue and Olympic Boulevard, the violent crash resulted in one fatality and left two others injured.

Eyewitness accounts circulated via various means, including cellphone footage, provided brief insights into the extent of the wreckage – a sedan was ostensibly thrown into a large tree in a center median and an SUV was found upturned.

The Los Angeles Police Department responded promptly to the crash, and emergency crews were dispatched to the scene. Despite the immediate medical attention, one individual was pronounced dead at the incident site. Of the other casualties, one victim had to be rushed to the hospital under critical condition and another was treated for minor injuries.

Currently, essential details pertaining to the cause of the accident and the total count of vehicles involved remain elusive. Further, the identities of the victims involved have been kept confidential as per procedure.

In the aftermath of the collision and to facilitate accident-clearance operations, the eastbound lanes of Olympic Boulevard between Cetinella Avenue and Stewart Street have been temporarily suspended for through traffic. Motorists intending to travel through the region have been advised to consider alternate routes to avoid delays.

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A tragic multi-vehicle accident occurred in Los Angeles Sawtelle neighborhood, resulting in one fatality and injuries to two others on the night of December 12, 2024. The collision, reported at around 8:12 PM, took place at the crossroads of Centinela Avenue and Olympic Boulevard.

Police who arrived at the scene observed severe damage to a number of vehicles, pointing to the extreme impact of the crash. Among the wreckage was a sedan that had found its way onto a large tree in the central median. An SUV had been flipped over due to the incident.

Emergency services were quick to respond, moving rapidly to provide assistance and initiate rescue efforts. The severity of the accident was grimly underscored by the loss of one life at the scene of the crash. Another victim, critically injured, was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital. A third person, with minor injuries, was also accounted for by the authorities.

Information regarding the cause of the accident or the total number of vehicles involved has yet to be confirmed by the Los Angeles police. The identities of the victims are not presently publicly known. Post-accident efforts saw police and fire units working to clear the debris and damaged vehicles from the roadway.

The traffic implications of the incident are significant with eastbound lanes on Olympic Boulevard, between Centinela Avenue and Stewart Street, being closed off. This is set to remain the case until further notice, drivers have been advised to seek alternate routes. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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An Ojai resident, Fidencio Ramirez, aged 32, was taken into custody in the early hours of Wednesday after allegedly committing a theft at a Circle K gas station situated on North Ventura Avenue in Ojai and subsequently leading law enforcement authorities on a car chase.

The robbery took place shortly before 3 am, with Ventura County Sheriffs Department deputies from the Ojai station responding promptly to the incident. According to employee reports, the suspect entered the establishment and threatened a staff member with a knife before fleeing with stolen goods, which included both alcohol and cigarettes.

Following the issuance of a suspect and vehicle description by the dispatchers, the latter was found in close proximity to the crime scene. A law enforcement officer attempted to halt the vehicle, however, the driver instigated a short-lived pursuit.

The driver, later identified as Ramirez, eventually conceded and was arrested. A search of his vehicle yielded the stolen goods and video footage from the crime scene further reinforced the evidence of his involvement in the crime.

Ramirez, also a parole violator, has been remanded in the Pre-Trial Detention Facility in Ventura on the charges of robbery and evasion. His bail has been set at $100,000.

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A report has emerged regarding a fatal car crash following a high-speed pursuit in Ventura County. The chase began around 10:20 p.m. on a recent Sunday night. The incident began in an unincorporated community south of Camarillo, according to information released by the Ventura County Sheriffs Office.

The driver involved was identified as Jose Meza, a 46-year-old from Moorpark. He reportedly fled from a California Highway Patrol officer who tried to stop him on suspicion of driving under the influence and violating other, unspecified vehicle codes. This sparked a chase that led into Camarillo along Las Posas Road and eventually onto the southbound 101 Freeway.

A unit from the California Highway Patrol and a cruiser from the Sheriffs Department were engaged in the pursuit. Meza reportedly drove erratically and at excessive speeds, surpassing 100 miles per hour. Following this, he made an unsuccessful attempt to exit via the Lewis Road off-ramp and collided with a guard rail. This resulted in him being ejected from his vehicle.

At the scene, officers and deputies treated Meza before he was transported to a local hospital via ambulance. Unfortunately, he was later pronounced dead at the medical facility. The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of the CHP, says Sheriffs Office, leading to an ongoing investigation by both agencies. Anyone who may have witnessed this event is encouraged to contact Sheriffs Detective Luke Riordan at 805-388-5120.

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