Car Collision Near 51st Street Bus Stop Left 3 Hospitalized

SOUTH LOS ANGELES, CA (August 22, 2023) – Wednesday evening, a two-vehicle crash near a metro bus stop in Vermont Square left seven people hurt. Police responded to the incident around 7:05 p.m. at the 450 block of 51st Street near Flower Street. The circumstances surrounding the collision between the two vehicle remains unknown. However, reports indicated that a vehicle struck a pedestrian in a crosswalk, pushing the pedestrian under a nearby bus. According to the investigators, the bus was unoccupied and the bus driver did not sustain any injuries from the incident. In the end, paramedics transported a total of three people to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries. Meanwhile, the four other patients declined any further medical evaluation. No further details regarding the Vermont Square two-vehicle crash have been released to the public. Los Angeles Officials will provide more information once available. One small driving mistake can lead to a two-vehicle crash. This is why it is important to drive defensively and always abide by all driving laws. Keep your attention on the road, follow the speed limit, and never drive under the influence of altering substances. Moreover, always be prepared and check your vehicle before traveling.
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