Reports indicated that a stolen Kia Optima was being chased by the police when it crashed with a big rig during the pursuit. The impact ignited the fire
Long Beach, CA. – One person was killed and three others suffered severe injuries in a traffic collision on Interstate 710 in Long Beach Monday night.
The Long Beach Police Department said the incident happened at around 10:28 p.m. on the northbound Interstate 10 at Anaheim Street.
Reports indicated that a stolen Kia Optima was being chased by the police when it crashed with a big rig during the pursuit. The impact ignited the fire.
One person was killed in the accident. At least three people were taken to the hospital with severe injuries.
The identities of the victims were not immediately disclosed.
More information about the crash was not provided.
An investigation is underway.
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