Category: Accidents

A customer was arrested on Saturday afternoon after he drove purposefully into a CarMax dealership located in the 8600 block of La Cienega Boulevard, Inglewood, leading to the injury of eight people. Two of the affected individuals are reported to be in critical condition.

It was reported by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) that they received a call at 2:03 p.m. pertaining to a disturbance with a customer at the dealership. CarMax revealed that at that time, the customer was having his vehicle appraised. There is, however, no further information regarding the cause of this disturbance.

Post the incident, the customer departed the premises, entered his vehicle, and subsequently drove into the dealership. This act resulted in injuries to several other customers and employees present at the location. The suspect, now in the custody of Inglewood PD, attempted to flee post the event but was rapidly detained by the LAPD. The identity of the suspect is yet to be made public.

The incident was initially reported to L.A. County Fire as an active shooter scenario. Post their arrival at 2:10 p.m., the report was updated to a vehicle colliding into a structure, and additional resources were requested. LACFD reported that two out of the injured eight were critically hurt and transferred to the hospital, while the others suffered minor injuries and were treated at the site. By 5:45 p.m., the LAPD confirmed that all the injured individuals were in a stable condition.

In a issued statement, CarMax confirmed the incident, stating their intent for implementing a future action plan and extending their cooperation for the ongoing investigation. CarMax expressed gratitude for the quick response of the authorities and vowed priority to the safety of their customers, associates, and community.

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A customer was arrested by the police for deliberately driving his car into a CarMax dealership in Inglewood, California on Saturday afternoon. The incident led to eight injuries, out of which two individuals are in critical condition.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) reported receiving a call at 2:03 p.m. regarding a disturbance with a customer at the CarMax outlet located on La Cienega Boulevard. CarMax confirmed that the client was at the dealership for his cars appraisal. Additional details about the disruption with the customer were not immediately provided.

Post the altercation, the customer left the building, got into his car, and drove into the dealership causing injuries to several employees and other customers. The driver attempted to escape but was swiftly detained and arrested by LAPD at a nearby location. The suspect is currently under the custody of the Inglewood Police Department. The identity of the suspect has not been disclosed by the officials yet.

The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) initially received the incident report as an active shooter but upon reaching the location, they modified the report to vehicle into a structure and called for additional assistance. Of the eight injured individuals, two are critically hurt and have been taken to the hospital, while the less severely injured were treated on the scene.

LAPD confirmed all the injured persons as stable as of 5:45 p.m. CarMax has issued a statement on Saturday evening, expressing deep sadness over the event and reassuring its commitment towards the safety of its employees, community, and customers. The company has initiated a plan of action in response to the incident and is cooperating with the authorities in their investigation.

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On Wednesday morning, a vehicle crashed into the entrance of the Jons Fresh Marketplace in Van Nuys, California. The collision occurred shortly prior to 11 a.m., according to a representative from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).

The vehicle made its way through the supermarkets sliding glass doors and came to a halt several yards into the store. Despite the extensive physical damage and disruption caused by the incident, there were no injuries reported among either the driver of the vehicle or inside the marketplace patrons.

The LAPD, with assistance from the California Highway Patrol (CHP), are still trying to determine the exact sequence of events that led to the accident. The store, located on Sepulveda Boulevard, just south of Sherman Way, remained in operation amidst the ensuing investigation and clean-up process. This decision was made in the absence of any immediate safety concerns for customers or staff.

As of now, the cause of the accident is unknown. The investigation will focus on reconstructing the incident to identify any potential contributing factors, such as vehicle speed, mechanical failure, recent road conditions, or a possible medical episode involving the driver. It is not clear if charges will be filed or if the driver will face other legal repercussions at this time.

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Police are conducting an active search for a hit-and-run driver involved in an incident where an elderly woman was left severely injured in North Hollywood. The event occurred on Feb. 22, while the woman, aged in her late 70s, was walking near the intersection of Basset Street and Coldwater Canyon Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

Around 7:50 a.m., the suspect, driving a pickup truck, made a left turn at the intersection and hit the woman. The driver is reported to have hastily sped away, failing to stop and attend to the injured woman. The incident was captured, showing a dog running into the street moments after the victim was hit.

The victim was later transported to a hospital due to her severe injuries. The Los Angeles Police Department aims to remind all motorists that, following any collision, it is required to stop as soon as it is safe, inform emergency services, and remain at the scene for identification.

A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered to anyone who can provide information that leads to the identification, apprehension, and conviction of the suspect. LAPD Investigator Reyes at 818-644-8114 is handling calls related to this incident. The public also has the option to call the LAPD at 1-877-527-3247. Anonymous tips are welcomed and can be submitted to the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

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On Wednesday afternoon, a man and two minors were apprehended upon their failed attempt to escape after conducting a burglary. The adults identity has been withheld and the minors involved were noticed by local residents while they were donned in all black clothing, hopping over a fence into a residence located in Via Providencias 500 block just shy of 1 p.m., as reported by the Burbank Police Department.

The trios black BMW automobile was still within the vicinity when the police arrived at the scene. The police tried to stop the vehicle, however, the driver chose to flee and subsequently crashed the vehicle at the intersection of Via Providencia and Kenneth Road, as stated by the law enforcement.

In a desperate and futile attempt to escape, the alleged burglars took off on foot making use of nearby alleyways as well as an apartment. Despite their efforts, they were all apprehended within a span of twenty minutes. The police successfully recovered all the stolen pieces of property which included a handgun, a suitcase filled with various items and a selection of jewelry items. The property was uninhabited during the burglary incident and resulted in no physical injuries.

The contribution of this report is credited to Nancy Fontan.

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On Wednesday, firefighters in Los Angeles switched to offensive mode to combat a fire that had invaded at least one unit in a row of townhomes. This was according to multiple provided reports from the California Highway Patrol and other news sources. The fire was initially reported at approximately 11:30 a.m. on North Larwin Avenues 10100 block.

Large columns of white smoke were observable emanating from at least one of the townhome units. This scene was captured by the video from Sky5. Authorities identified that the fire began as a vehicle fire in the garage attached to one unit. From there, it proceeded to engulf the entire garage before potentially extending into the adjoining living area.

The firefighting team managed to halt the spread of the blaze to the neighboring properties. By 11:55 a.m., it was evident that the fire was coming under control. This fire incident occurred inside a Chatsworth townhome on March 5, 2025.

The firefighting crews gained an upper hand due to favorable weather conditions. A rainfall that morning had soaked much of the area, which was anticipated to persist intermittently throughout the day. According to KTLAs Rich Prickett in Sky5, the inhabitants of the affected home were able to evacuate safely without incurring any injuries, a fact later confirmed by LAFD. To ensure that the blaze did not spread further, additional firefighters were deployed, and a primary and secondary search was conducted. Presently, the fire is undergoing an investigation.

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A man identified as Sebastian Flores was taken into custody following an investigation into a suspected vehicle fraud operation. Flores was detained in Corona, California, after he was exposed by a victim of his scheme. The victim had initially identified a vehicle for sale on Craigslist and after apparent verification of legitimate DMV documents, had paid Flores $23,000 for the car. Only later did they realize that the registration documents provided for the vehicle were counterfeit.

Detectives revealed that Flores had orchestrated the fraud by renting vehicles through the car-sharing platform Turo and fabricating the vehicles title. Aided by law enforcement, the victim successfully arranged a meeting with Flores under the guise of a prospective buyer, which led to Floress arrest. Notably, at the time of apprehension, Flores was attempting to illegally sell another vehicle.

Subsequent checks established that Flores had an outstanding felony warrant for conspiracy and auto theft. Moreover, inside the vehicle occupied by Flores, authorities found evidence of forged documents. An additional arrest was made at the scene. The second individual, Lasso Floris, attempted to flee but was stopped. Floris was found to have a felony warrant for trafficking stolen vehicles.

Both Flores and Floris were taken to the Corona Police Department and charged with multiple felonies, including conspiracy, auto theft, and fraud. According to police sources, both individuals have extensive criminal records for similar offenses and investigators believe there may be additional victims of their fraudulent activities. Authorities urged any other victims to come forward and contact their local law enforcement agency. Additionally, the police advised the public to always authenticate vehicle documentation with the DMV before concluding any transactions.

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A fatal collision, involving two vehicles, occurred in Diamond Bar, California, early Tuesday. As reported by local law enforcement, the accident left one of the cars bifurcated and resulted in the death of one individual and the hospitalization of another.

The accident was reported around 12:15 a.m. near the intersection of North Diamond Bar Boulevard and Temple Avenue, confirmed by Lieutenant Wong of the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department. Officers from local law enforcement, including deputies from LA County Sheriffs Department and personnel from the Pomona Police Department, were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, they found one person had unfortunately lost their life at the collision site.

Furthermore, Lieutenant Wong confirmed that a second individual was transported to a local hospital by Los Angeles County fire personnel. The current condition of this victim remains undisclosed.

The law enforcement officers at the scene have not yet determined which vehicle each of the victims was in at the time of the collision. The cause of the crash is also still unclear; thus, it is not determined whether factors such as speed or alcohol played a role in this tragic event. The case remains under active investigation by the local authorities.

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Early on Monday morning, the westbound 10 Freeway in Pomona was temporarily closed due to a collision involving a FedEx truck and another vehicle. The traffic incident was reported to have occurred around 4:15 a.m. close to the 57 Freeway, according to information provided by the California Highway Patrol.

The extent of the injuries resulting from the crash, if any, was not known immediately after the incident. As a consequence of this traffic event, a SigAlert was issued, officially announcing the closure of all westbound lanes on the 10 Freeway for the necessary accident response actions.

The repercussion of this incident extended to surrounding traffic, with reports indicating a significant buildup. There were delays for motorists on the westbound 10 Freeway due to the diversion onto the 57 Freeway to avoid the accident scene. This diversion was part of the operation to manage the spillage of oil from the vehicles involved onto the roadway.

Traffic was reported as being backed up for a 2 to 3 mile stretch on the westbound side of the freeway at 5:30 a.m. Progress was made, and by 8:19 a.m., the freeway was reported as cleared. The lanes were then reopened to the public, marking approximately four hours from the initial crash report to complete traffic restoration on the westbound 10 Freeway.

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A collision involving a FedEx truck and another vehicle resulted in multiple lane closures on the westbound 10 Freeway in Pomona, California, in the early hours of Monday morning. The crash was first reported at approximately 4:15 a.m. just to the east of the 57 Freeway, as per information provided by the California Highway Patrol.

The severity and extent of any injuries caused by the incident have not been confirmed yet. Shortly after the crash, a SigAlert announcement was issued, notifying the closure of all westbound lanes on the 10 Freeway. This news resulted in significant traffic congestion, with traffic backed up for several miles.

Drivers using the westbound 10 Freeway were instructed to divert their route onto the 57 Freeway as the clean-up operation for oil spillage on the roadway was underway. An aerial view of the scene at around 5:30 a.m. revealed a backlog of traffic extending 2 to 3 miles on the westbound side of the freeway.

By 6:53 a.m., progress was made in clearing the road with the carpool and two other lanes resuming operation. However, two lanes remained shut for an indefinite period. Continuous updates will follow as this story develops.

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