Los Angeles, CA – Bus Hijacked & Crashed, Several Injured on W 11th St
Los Angeles, CA (March 22, 2024) – A Metro bus on Line 2 was hijacked during the early morning hours on Thursday, resulting in a motor vehicle accident in which multiple people were hurt. On March 21, calls for assistance came in regarding an incident that occurred on West 11th Street and South Grand Avenue.
Preliminary reports show that an individual hijacked a bus at the downtown Los Angeles Ritz-Carlton. As the driver fled the scene, it proceeded through a red light at the intersection and collided with a bus. As the vehicle proceeded forward, it slammed into the side of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel near the intersection of George Street in West Olympic Boulevard.
The bus then became lodged partially inside of the wall, causing damage to the vault. The bus driver and one additional person were both injured in the accident. The suspect, who was later identified as 24-year-old Anai Lindsey, was taken into police custody. The two victims were transported to area hospitals for emergency treatment. At this time, the incident is being investigated.
We hope the two people hurt in this crash recover quickly.
Auto Accidents in California
Every year, car crashes take place in California that have a profound impact on the lives of those involved. Countless victims require hospitalization and have to spend several weeks out of work. Regrettably, auto accidents can often be attributed to negligent drivers.
Leading factors in car accidents across our state continue to be:
- Drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs when they are behind the wheel of their automobiles.
- Drivers that disregard stop signs and run red lights on the road.
- Drivers who disregard the risks of driving too quickly in inclement weather and road conditions.
- Drivers who are so fatigued that they are unable to safely run their autos.
Unfortunately, any act of negligence can cause a serious motor vehicle accident too occur. If you have the unfortunate experience of being injured in an auto accident, it is important that you seek legal help immediately. A Los Angeles car accident lawyer can help you pursue legal action for compensation to cover the losses and damages you face. These can include:
- Lost wages or lost earning capacity
- Immediate and long-term care costs
- Vehicle repair costs
- The loss of enjoyment of life
- Mental anguish
- And more
It is important that you work with a skilled legal team that is well-versed in handling complex personal injury cases for car crash victims. This will provide you with the best chance of recovering the maximum possible compensation for your claim.
We understand that pursuing a personal injury case can be overwhelming and intimidating, but at the Law Offices of John C. Ye, you don't have to go through it alone. With our team of highly experienced, dedicated legal advocates in Los Angeles by your side, you will have the best chance of recovering full and fair compensation for all of your losses. Contact our California personal injury law firm at your earliest convenience to schedule a free consultation to get started on your case. Our lawyers can be reached by calling 866-771-9467 today to get started.
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