On Sunday (April 6), a minivan plowed through a crowd in Los Angeles’ busy Fashion District, injuring at least nine people, including three children. The incident occurred near Santee Alley around 3:15 p.m. local time. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, the injured include an 8-year-old boy, an 11-year-old boy, and a 17-year-old boy, all of whom were transported to the hospital in fair condition. Four adults, including a 54-year-old woman, a 65-year-old woman, a 30-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old woman, were also hospitalized. Two other 23-year-old women were released in fair condition against medical advice.
The Los Angeles Police Department reported that there were no fatalities and no critical injuries. Initial investigations indicate that the collision was neither intentional nor criminal. The driver reportedly swerved to avoid a stopped car and crashed into a barrier next to a restaurant. The minivan ended up under a collapsed patio, and fire companies remained on the scene to manage the situation.
Authorities are actively investigating the incident, and traffic officers are controlling the area. The Los Angeles Fire Department continues to assess the situation as they recover the minivan. No alcohol or drugs were involved in the incident.
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