[06-20-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Four People Injured, Two in Critical Condition, Following Hit-and-Run Crash in South LA

Four people were injured, including a 17-year-old and a 5-year-old, in a hit-and-run crash involving three cars in South Los Angeles on Tuesday evening, June 20, 2023.

The Los Angeles Fire Department received a report about a crash on the 9500 block of Main Street around 7:45 p.m.

According to Margaret S. of the LAFD, the woman was driving westbound on Colden Avenue when a gray Infiniti traveling northbound on Main Street ran a red light and crashed into the vehicle.

The driver of the gray Infinity and two of its passengers ran away, leaving a 31-year-old woman and a 14-year-old girl with serious injuries and a 17-year-old girl and a 5-year-old girl in critical condition. All of them were taken to the hospital.

Officials found evidence suggesting the driver was under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

No further details are available at this time.

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A DUI accident can be a traumatic physical and emotional experience. What steps to take in the aftermath of the incident to protect your rights and ensure your well-being? This guide will explore what to do after a DUI accident.

• It’s important to avoid accepting or admitting fault for the accident, as this could harm your case and affect your ability to receive compensation for damages.
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Fatal DUI Accident Statistics

Engaging in the operation of a vehicle while under the influence of drugs, including prescribed medications, illicit substances, or marijuana, is considered a criminal offense and entails substantial legal and financial ramifications.

For first-time offenders, the expenses can reach up to $10,000, with an average cost of approximately $13,500 in California. Disturbingly, in 2018, 42% of drivers involved in fatal accidents tested positive for drugs, and this percentage continues to rise each year.

The Office of Traffic Safety and other concerned entities are dedicated to promoting awareness regarding the hazards associated with drugged driving to reduce injuries and fatalities on California’s roadways.