In a shocking incident, thirty individuals were injured when a car struck a queue of nightclub patrons in East Hollywood, prompting an investigation by the LAPD.
Car Crashes into Crowd at Los Angeles Nightclub, Leaving 30 Injured
Car Crashes into Crowd at Los Angeles Nightclub, Leaving 30 Injured
A vehicle plowed into a crowd waiting outside a nightclub in Los Angeles, resulting in multiple injuries including critical cases.
The quiet atmosphere of a Saturday night in East Hollywood was shattered early Saturday morning when a vehicle careened into a crowd of revelers outside the Vermont Hollywood music venue. At approximately 2:00 AM local time, the Nissan Versa struck the group primarily comprised of women who were waiting to enter the nightclub for a reggae and hip-hop event. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), thirty individuals suffered injuries, with seven critically wounded and a further six in serious condition.
Authorities are treating the incident as an intentional act, as the driver reportedly executed a U-turn before accelerating into the crowd. Upon police arrival, bystanders had pulled the driver from the vehicle and began attacking him. Eyewitness accounts indicate that during the chaos, another individual shot the driver, whose condition following surgery remains unknown.
The chaotic scene involved the vehicle colliding with a nearby taco stand and a valet podium before directly hitting the crowd. Videos from onlookers show debris scattered on the pavement and a significant police presence responding to the aftermath. The LAPD has confirmed that the driver is believed to have been under the influence at the time of the incident.
In the midst of this tragedy, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass expressed her condolences, labeling the situation a "heartbreaking tragedy." She assured the public that a full investigation is underway to uncover the details of the incident. LAFD Captain Adam VanGerpen described the scene as disordered, emphasizing how bystanders quickly rallied to assist those injured.
Law enforcement officials have also reported that they are searching for a suspect who allegedly fired shots during the melee, describing the individual as a bald Hispanic man dressed in a blue jersey and possibly armed with a silver revolver. As the investigation continues, all injured parties have been transported to hospitals or trauma centers, with many still receiving treatment.
Authorities are treating the incident as an intentional act, as the driver reportedly executed a U-turn before accelerating into the crowd. Upon police arrival, bystanders had pulled the driver from the vehicle and began attacking him. Eyewitness accounts indicate that during the chaos, another individual shot the driver, whose condition following surgery remains unknown.
The chaotic scene involved the vehicle colliding with a nearby taco stand and a valet podium before directly hitting the crowd. Videos from onlookers show debris scattered on the pavement and a significant police presence responding to the aftermath. The LAPD has confirmed that the driver is believed to have been under the influence at the time of the incident.
In the midst of this tragedy, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass expressed her condolences, labeling the situation a "heartbreaking tragedy." She assured the public that a full investigation is underway to uncover the details of the incident. LAFD Captain Adam VanGerpen described the scene as disordered, emphasizing how bystanders quickly rallied to assist those injured.
Law enforcement officials have also reported that they are searching for a suspect who allegedly fired shots during the melee, describing the individual as a bald Hispanic man dressed in a blue jersey and possibly armed with a silver revolver. As the investigation continues, all injured parties have been transported to hospitals or trauma centers, with many still receiving treatment.
