Footage obtained from a Tesla’s dash-cam captured the moment the driver of an SUV possibly involved in a police pursuit of a stolen vehicle caused a multi-car crash in Valley Glen, Los Angeles County. The incident, which occurred on Monday, resulted in injuries to six people, including a child.
The violent collision took place at the intersection of West Vanowen Street and Bellaire Avenue. The SUV is seen crashing nearly head-on into a four-door sedan waiting to make a left turn. The impact of the collision pushes the sedan backwards, and the SUV spins to sideswipe another vehicle on Vanowen. Moments later, an officer from the Los Angeles Police Department is seen driving in the direction of the SUV.
While it is not confirmed if the chase led to the crash, the LAPD stated that officers were in pursuit of a suspect in a stolen vehicle, a 2022 metallic gray Lincoln Corsair, on Monday night. There were calls about the stolen SUV at around 5:40 p.m., and a police pursuit was initiated three miles from the scene of the multi-vehicle crash.
Paramedics from the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the crash scene at around 7 p.m. All six victims were taken to the hospital in fair condition. The scene had a heavy presence of first responders. The stolen vehicle suspect, described as a Hispanic male wearing a black shirt, attempted to flee on foot but was later taken into custody.
As personal injury bloggers, we often discuss the implications and potential hazards of high-speed pursuits on public roads. This incident underscores the risks associated with such pursuits, emphasizing the need for effective procedures to minimize the danger to innocent road users.