One person was hospitalized after a multi-vehicle crash involving an MTA bus in South Los Angeles on Sunday night, September 1, 2024.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers were dispatched at 11:29 p.m. to the intersection of Figueroa Street and Century Boulevard.
Metro spokesman Dave Sotero reported that Line 81 was stopped at a red traffic signal behind another vehicle when a third vehicle, attempting to make a left turn, collided with the vehicle in front, pushing it into the bus. The bus sustained minor damage to its bike rack.
Paramedics from the Los Angeles Fire Department arrived at the scene and transported one person to a hospital. The condition of the injured individual was not immediately known.
The incident remains under investigation. Police have not confirmed media reports suggesting that the two vehicles may have been involved in a street takeover.
There is no additional information immediately available.
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.
