According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, three vehicles were involved in the collision. Details on what led up to the accident were not available
Panorama City, CA.- The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating a multi-vehicle collision that left three people dead and several others injured in Panorama City on Friday night.
At around 9:36 p.m. December 12, authorities received reports of a major crash at the intersection of Woodman Avenue and Cantara Street.
According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, three vehicles were involved in the collision. Details on what led up to the accident were not available.
The LAFD firefighters and the Los Angleses Police Department responded to the incident to assist the involved parties.
Three people were were confirmed deceased at the scene. They were only identified as a 20-year-old man, a 30-year-old man, and a 20-year-old woman.
The firefighters extricated one person from the wreckage. The patient was rushed to a hospital in unknown condition. Three other parties were evaluated by medics but they declined treatment.
No additional information on the incident was provided. The cause of the deadly crash is underway.
Los Angeles is one of the counties in California that records a high number of traffic accidents that result in injuries or deaths. In 2024, there were 653 deaths resulting from traffic collisions in the county. This was a 25% decline from 868 deaths recorded in 2022. 58,659 crashes caused deaths or injuries in the county in 2024. Despite the decline in numbers, drivers are urged to exercise caution to avoid traffic accidents, mainly caused by distracted driving, speeding, and DUI.
Anyone involved in a serious crash should seek medical care immediately, document the scene, and obtain the official police report. In cases involving fatalities, serious injuries, or commercial vehicles, contacting an experienced Los Angeles car accident lawyer promptly can protect your rights and help ensure proper compensation.