A fatal accident occurred on Sunday night in Van Nuys when a vehicle was hit by another driver going the wrong way. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the driver believed to have crossed the center line was suspected to be under the influence.
The collision occurred around 11 p.m. on Victory Boulevard, east of Columbus Avenue. The driver, reportedly intoxicated, was headed east on Victory when he crossed the center line, causing a head-on collision with another vehicle.
Tragically, the driver of the second vehicle was declared dead at the scene. Details about the victim’s identity remain unreleased.
The driver believed to be at fault, estimated to be in his 30s, and his female passenger were both transported to a local hospital for treatment. The passenger reportedly sustained moderate injuries, including a potential broken leg. The driver, meanwhile, was arrested on suspicion of DUI.
The investigation into the events leading up to the crash continues, with authorities needing to piece together details like the speed at which the vehicles were traveling.
Such incidents form a stark reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence, underscoring the tragic consequences that can result from such irresponsible actions.