Man Dead after Semi-Truck Collision on Longmeadow Avenue

LAKE LOS ANGELES, CA (September 9, 2022) – Friday evening, a man was killed and a boy was hurt in a big-rig accident on 170th Street East.

The deadly incident happened around 6:40 p.m., near Longmeadow Avenue.

According to reports, a semi-truck and a Ford Mustang collided. However, the events leading up to the crash still remain unclear.

First responders arrived and pronounced one man dead at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics transported a boy to a nearby hospital for further treatment.

Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties before it was later reopened. At this time, Los Angeles police continue to determine further circumstances leading up to the fatal semi-truck accident.

Those with further information regarding the big-rig accident on 170th Street East are encouraged to contact local authorities as soon as possible.


The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased man. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.


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