One person was injured and multiple businesses lost power after a dump truck crashed into an electricity pole and the rear of the Whiskey a Go Go music venue in West Hollywood on Friday afternoon, May 9, 2025.
According to officials, the dump truck was heading south on Clark Street near the intersection of Sunset and San Vicente boulevards around 1:45 p.m. when its brakes reportedly failed.
The truck struck at least five vehicles, including a U.S. Postal Service truck, before crashing into the rear wall of the venue.
One person was injured in the crash, though the extent of their injuries has not been disclosed, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Power was knocked out in the area, affecting the venue and nearby businesses. Southern California Edison restored service around 3:30 a.m. Saturday.
The scheduled performance by the rock band Boy Hits Car was postponed. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
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- Check yourself for any injuries.
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