Vehicle Plows into East Hollywood Crowd, Injuring Dozens in Chaotic Incident
A vehicle crashed into a crowd outside an East Hollywood nightclub, injuring over 30, some critically. The driver was reportedly shot after the collision.
Overview
A vehicle drove into a crowd outside a nightclub on Santa Monica Boulevard in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, around 02:00 local time, causing widespread chaos.
The incident resulted in at least 30 injuries, with three to seven individuals sustaining critical injuries requiring immediate medical attention at local hospitals.
Beyond the crowd, the vehicle also struck a taco truck and a valet stand during the chaotic incident, causing additional damage and contributing to the scene.
One injured patient had a gunshot wound; the vehicle's driver was reportedly shot after the collision and transported to a hospital for medical attention.
The significant event prompted a large emergency response involving 124 fire personnel, with victims transported to various trauma centers, though some refused medical transport.
Analysis
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The exact cause and motive of the vehicle plowing into the crowd are still under investigation by the LAPD.
At least 30 people were injured, with three to seven sustaining critical injuries that required immediate medical attention at local hospitals.
The driver was reportedly shot after the collision by bystanders and was transported to a hospital for medical attention.
The vehicle also struck a taco truck and a valet stand, causing additional physical damage around the nightclub area.
Emergency response involved over 124 fire personnel and many victims were transported to trauma centers; bystanders helped victims prior to emergency crews arriving and attacked the driver after the crash.
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