Three Injured in Police Pursuit on South Main Street [Downtown Los Angeles, CA]

Police Pursuit Ends in Crash on South Main Street in Downtown LA Injuring 2 Officers, 1 Civilian

 
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES, CA (April 27, 2022) – Three people were injured in a police pursuit on South Main Street in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon.
 
The crash happened around 4:42 p.m. on April 24 in the 1000 block of South Main Street near the entertainment complex L.A. Live. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, officers were responding to a report of a man with a gun.
 
As the officers crossed the double yellow line to try and get around traffic with their lights and sirens on, a van made a left turn and collided with the police vehicle.
 
As a result, two LAPD officers and one civilian suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Paramedics transported them to a hospital for treatment.
 
Meanwhile, two others declined treatment.
 
Officers are still investigating the crash to determine liability.
 
Always remember to drive safely. Reduce your speed and make sure you leave yourself a good space cushion between you and the vehicles around you. Stay alert to avoid unexpected accidents on the road.

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