Los Angeles, California – Two people were hospitalized after a police chase of a stolen vehicle in South Los Angeles, involving two teenagers, culminated in a multi-vehicle crash on the night of Sunday, June 16.
The incident unfolded at approximately 6:15 p.m. when officers from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) spotted a stolen white Kia driving along Obama Boulevard. Sergeant Kevin Ahlemeir of the LAPD South Traffic Division provided details of the event to KTLA.
The officers attempted to stop the vehicle for a traffic check. But the suspect driver, a teenage girl, refused to pull over, initiating a dangerous police chase through the streets of Los Angeles.
The pursuit reached a critical point as the driver approached the intersection with La Brea Avenue. At this location, the stolen Kia collided violently with two additional vehicles: a white Chevrolet U-Haul truck and a BMW.
The impact of the collision resulted in two people being hospitalized, although the severity of their injuries has not been disclosed. Authorities continue to investigate the incident to determine the exact causes and responsibilities involved.
The multi-vehicle crash resulting from the police chase of a stolen vehicle in South Los Angeles underscores the urgent need to address juvenile delinquency and improve safety measures. Authorities continue to work diligently to protect the community and prevent future incidents of this nature.