![[01-15-2025] One Killed, Child Injured After Car Crashes Into Los Feliz Apartment](https://ak1.to//EOjIe.webp)
A man was killed, and a 9-year-old boy sustained serious injuries after a driver crashed into an apartment building in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles early Wednesday morning, January 15, 2025.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers responded to the crash at approximately 1:38 a.m. at an apartment complex located at 1836 N. Western Avenue, south of Franklin Avenue. A sedan traveling on Western Avenue reportedly lost control and slammed into the building.
The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that two victims were trapped beneath the vehicle inside the two-story structure. Firefighters extricated both victims.
A 50-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. A 9-year-old boy was transported to a hospital in serious condition.
The driver, identified as a 34-year-old woman, suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital. Seven residents were displaced due to the extensive damage to the building.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
