One man was killed and another was injured in a collision in Van Nuys, Los Angeles, early Wednesday morning, November 19, 2025.
Los Angeles Police Department officers responded at approximately 12:37 a.m. to Kester Avenue and Saticoy Street, where witnesses reported that the driver of a Toyota Prius traveling north on Kester collided with the driver of a Scion heading east on Saticoy, according to an LAPD spokesman.
The driver of the Prius was pronounced dead at the scene. The man driving the Scion was freed from the wreckage by Los Angeles Fire Department personnel and taken to a hospital in stable condition.
It is reported that the driver of the Scion had been involved in an earlier collision at Riverside Drive and Woodman Avenue in Sherman Oaks.
Police said the cause of the collision remains under investigation.
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.