Three Injured, One Arrested Following Car Accident near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard

LOS ANGELES, CA (December 14, 2022) – Sunday evening, three victims sustained injuries following an auto collision on Hillcrest Drive.

The incident occurred around 5:00 p.m., at the 3900 block of Hillcrest Drive near Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, according to initial reports.

At this time, the events leading up to the collision remain unclear. However, reports indicate a vehicle collided with a Patrol Car for reasons currently unknown.

Meanwhile, the two officers inside the patrol car were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

According to reports, police detained one suspect for possible assault and felony hit-and-run charges. The Los Angeles Police Department continues to investigate the auto collision on Hillcrest Drive.

Thousands of people are injured each year due to reckless driving. If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. You can help prevent an accident by abiding by all traffic laws and observing safety precautions.

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