One man was killed and three women were hospitalized after a pickup truck crashed in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, on Sunday afternoon, September 28, 2025.
According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, the crash occurred around 4:20 p.m. at 100 N. Chicago Street at First Street.
All occupants were in a westbound pickup truck that collided with a parked vehicle. The man in the front passenger seat was pronounced dead at the scene, while three women in the back were ejected and transported to a trauma center, one with critical injuries and two in serious condition. Firefighters used hydraulic tools to free one of the injured from the wreckage.
The 25-year-old driver allegedly fled on foot after the crash but was later taken into custody. LAPD officers reported it is unknown whether drugs or alcohol were factors, and investigators continue to determine the cause of the collision.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.