Driver hits pedestrians in North Hollywood, leaving three dead and three critical
The LADP and LAFD are investigating the collision at the Lankershim and Chandler intersection, which occurred near 6 p.m.
By Leila Reynolds ·
A man in his 60s was behind the wheel of a vehicle that struck multiple pedestrians at a North Hollywood intersection on Tuesday evening. The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed that three people died at the scene of the accident.
Paramedics transported at least three additional patients to a hospital in Northridge. These critical patients included the driver, who was described by authorities as a man in his 60s. Although his injuries were not immediately defined, he was able to speak while emergency services helped him exit the vehicle.
The collision took place near the corner of Lankershim and Chandler boulevards at approximately 6 p.m. The Los Angeles Police Department verified the incident and requested multiple tents for the scene. A witness told Telemundo 52 that two women selling hot dogs were thrown into the air by the force of the impact.
Investigators have not yet determined whether the crash was intentional or accidental. The circumstances surrounding the collision remain unclear as the probe continues. No further details regarding the specific victims or the driver were available immediately following the event.
