[11-08-2024] Los Angeles County, CA – Two Critically Injured After Crash Involving Speeding Vehicles in Van Nuys

Two people are critically injured after the vehicle they were in was struck by a Mercedes-Benz that may have been racing with a Rolls-Royce in Van Nuys, Los Angeles, on Friday night, November 8, 2024.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the incident occurred around 9:50 p.m. when the Mercedes-Benz GT63 and Rolls-Royce Cullinan were speeding westbound on Sherman Way. The Mercedes collided with the right side of a Honda Civic traveling eastbound and negotiating a left turn into a parking lot at Sherman Circle.

The two occupants in the Honda suffered critical injuries. The Rolls-Royce swerved to avoid the Honda and collided with a Chevrolet Traverse going eastbound before hitting a curb. The driver of the Rolls-Royce then fled the scene on foot in an unknown direction.

The driver of the Mercedes complained of pain and was taken to the hospital. He was later arrested on suspicion of reckless driving.

The details are still being investigated. No further information is immediately available.

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First, you should check on all passengers, drivers, and pedestrians involved. If they need medical help, call for an ambulance immediately. Make sure that you don’t move anyone who is unconscious or reports back or neck pain unless their life is in imminent danger, for example, from a fire or oncoming traffic. Since car accidents are unexpected, you also need to do the following:

1. Call the police to report any deaths, injuries, or substantial property damage. Get the names and badge numbers of the officers who are at the scene of the accident. Later, call the police department and request an accident report.
2. Take pictures of all parties involved, including their driver’s licenses, insurance cards, and respective vehicles. Remember to capture any visible damages, skid marks, and the vehicles’ points of rest.
3. Take note of the street names, traffic lights, and signs.
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Reckless Driving Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), speeding has been a significant factor in motor vehicle fatalities for over two decades, accounting for approximately one-third of all traffic deaths. In 2022, speeding contributed to 29% of all traffic fatalities, underscoring its persistent impact on road safety.

The dangers of speeding extend beyond the driver, jeopardizing the safety of everyone on the road, including other motorists, pedestrians, and law enforcement officers. In 2022, speeding was linked to the tragic deaths of 12,151 individuals. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for awareness and action regarding speed-related accidents.

While the demands of modern life may lead to frustrations and a temptation to exceed speed limits, it is essential to remember that these limits are in place to protect all road users. Addressing the issue of speeding requires a collective effort to promote safe driving practices and enhance community safety.

In Los Angeles, 11,202 speed-related crashes either resulted in injuries or fatalities, according to data from the latest OTS Crash Rankings Results.