Los Angeles, CA – Motorcycle Police Chase Kills Pedestrian On Arcadia St.

Downtown Los Angeles, CA (June 1, 2019) – A pedestrian accident involving a motorcycle who led authorities on a pursuit occurred early Friday morning, that took the life at least one person.

The chase started right before midnight on the southbound 605 Freeway at Whittier Blvd. when the suspect, Brian Jesse Leon of East Los Angeles, ran a red light.

The motorcycle driver drove on multiple freeways, including the 605 and 101 freeways, and exited Alameda St. The pedestrian was struck and killed on Arcadia St.

Emergency responders were called to the scene to render aid. Unfortunately, the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Brian Jesse Leon was treated at a hospital after sustaining multiple injuries and was placed under arrest.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the victim who passed away as a result of this fatal accident.  Our thoughts are with them at this time.

When You Are A Victim Of A High-Speed Chase in California

We often hear about police chases, when cop cars take off after dangerous suspects on our roadways. But what happens when you encounter one while on the road? And if it causes a crash which injured you or even ends in the death of a victim, what then?

Since 1979, over 5,000 bystanders and passengers have been killed and many more thousands have been injured because of police car chases.

So who is liable? Most auto insurance policies have exclusions for stolen vehicles. However, the police may incur some liability for injuries in a crash caused by a chase. For help with your police chase injury claim seek the guidance of an experienced car accident attorney.

If you or your loved one has been seriously injured or passed away due to an accident involving a police chase, seek the help of a personal injury attorney with solid experience. Brady Law Group can help you deal with the legal pitfalls of this situation and help you handle claims with insurance companies. We offer experienced accident attorneys who can help you in your time of need. Please contact us today at 866-478-6483.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.