At least three people were killed and several others were injured after a vehicle struck pedestrians outside a subway station in Los Angeles
A pickup truck struck a group of pedestrians and street vendors in North Hollywood. Authorities are investigating the causes of the incident and have not yet determined whether it was an accident or a deliberate act.
At least three people were killed and three others were seriously injured, including the driver, after a minivan struck several pedestrians and street vendors in front of a subway station in Los Angeles, California, on Tuesday afternoon.
According to the Associated Press, the incident occurred around 5:55 p.m. local time at the intersection of Lankershim Boulevard and Chandler Boulevard in the North Hollywood neighborhood, a busy commercial area.
The vehicle, a white Toyota Sienna minivan, ended up on the sidewalk, under the awning of a food stall, after striking several people who were near the subway entrance.
The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed that three victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while emergency crews transported three people in critical condition to nearby hospitals.
Investigators are looking into the causes of the accident
The driver, a man in his 60s, was trapped inside the vehicle and had to be rescued by firefighters. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, he was conscious, though apparently in state of shock.
Police Capt. Warner Castillo said that it has not yet been determined whether the incident was intentional or accidental. Investigators will review security camera footage and conduct tests to establish the circumstances of the incident.
The mayor of Los Angeles, Karen Bass, expressed sorrow over the incident and offered condolences to the victims' families. She also confirmed that city officials are working alongside emergency crews to investigate the incident.
According to Reuters, among those struck by the vehicle were street vendors who regularly worked in front of the station.
The entrance to the North Hollywood station remained temporarily closed, although subway and bus service continued to operate normally.
So far, authorities have not officially released the identities of the victims, and the investigation remains open.
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