North Hollywood SUV Crash Kills Three, Injures Driver and Pedestrians
A white SUV struck a group of people near the Lankershim Metro station Tuesday evening, prompting a major emergency response and temporary road closures.
By Riya Zhao ·
Three pedestrians are dead after a white SUV plowed into a group of people near a Los Angeles Metro station on Tuesday evening. The collision occurred at approximately 5:55 p.m. in the 5300 block of North Lankershim Boulevard, close to Chandler Boulevard in the North Hollywood neighborhood. The L.A. Fire Department confirmed the casualties and noted that the impact site is near a busy transit hub.
Paramedics declared three victims dead at the scene after determining they were beyond medical help. At least three other individuals were transported to local hospitals in critical condition. The Los Angeles Police Department identified the driver as a man appearing to be in his 60s. He was hospitalized in critical condition after being pulled from the vehicle. Officers reported he was conscious but appeared to be in shock when responders reached him.
The vehicle was traveling southbound when it struck the pedestrians, according to LAPD. Fire officials stated that one vehicle hit multiple people but did not immediately confirm the specific circumstances of the crash. Aerial footage captured by local news outlets showed a large field of debris and several fire trucks stationed at the intersection. The scene required a significant emergency response, with nearby streets closed to allow investigators to examine the area.
Motorists were advised to find alternate routes while the investigation continued. LAPD stated that the intersection of Lankershim and Chandler would remain closed for hours. Despite the crash, Metro officials reported that train service was operating as usual. The incident has drawn attention to the safety of the area near the transit center, where pedestrians and vehicles often interact closely.
The driver's condition remains critical, and the three hospitalized pedestrians are in critical condition. The exact cause of the crash is under investigation by police. Local authorities are working to clear the debris and reopen the affected streets. The community is mourning the three victims while officials gather more details about the event.
