Huntington Park, CA – High-Speed Chase Ends in Head-On Crash

Huntington Park, CA (March 30, 2019) – A high-speed chase in South Los Angeles ended up in a head-on collision.

Police pursued a suspect who allegedly may have been wanted for a traffic violation. The chase took place on surface streets across Los Angeles County, ended up in a head-on collision in Huntington Park.

The incident began around 9:30 p.m. Friday in the Compton area. It then moved into South Los Angeles and into South Gate.

The suspect ran a red light, then entered a shopping center off Tweedy Boulevard. After leaving the shopping center and realizing he was still being pursued by CHP, the suspect sped up to try to evade arrest, driving at speeds as high as 75 mph.

The suspect then lost control of his silver Lincoln Navigator. He was located on South Alameda Street and Randolph Avenue in Huntington Park. He fishtailed and then struck another automobile head-on, causing a chain-reaction accident.

The driver remained inside, injured by the crash. An ambulance came on the scene to help the injured in the crash. There were a total of three victims, with minor to moderate injuries. They were taken to a local hospital for further evaluation.

The suspect was taken into custody and the investigation is ongoing.

We wish a speedy and pain-free recovery to the individuals injured in the crash.

What Happens If You’re Injured In A Police Chase?

Every year, tons of bystanders are in the wrong place at the wrong time and are injured because of high-speed police chases. Police pursuits are the most injurious for those who are not distinctly involved. If you are hurt in a collision related to a high-speed pursuit you have options for compensation.

When you are injured during a high-speed chase your injuries are caused by the suspect police are chasing. This person often is driving dangerously and recklessly and is therefore liable for your injuries. This behavior is a cause for a high-speed chase. The foremost source of liability following a police chase is the suspect leading the pursuit.

At Brady Law Group, our experienced car accident attorneys have handled a wide variety of cases and are willing to stand by your side when you are feeling overwhelmed with many aspects of this process. We have the resources to help you pursue all negligent parties and work toward the compensation you deserve in your time of need. If you or someone you know has been injured in one of these accidents, we would like to stand by your side. Contact us today to find out what we can do for you 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.