LOS ANGELES, CA – A dangerous pursuit of a stolen vehicle through Los Angeles ended in a chaotic, fiery crash in the Rancho Park neighborhood, leaving five people injured, four of them seriously.

The incident unfolded in the 2900 block of South Overland Avenue. According to a FOX LA report, LA County sheriff’s deputies were chasing a suspect when the stolen car collided with several other vehicles. The impact was so severe that it caused at least one vehicle to erupt in flames.

Los Angeles Fire Department crews responded to the scene, transporting four victims to local hospitals with serious injuries. A fifth individual was treated at the scene for minor injuries. The pursuit and subsequent crash highlight the extreme danger that police chases pose to innocent bystanders and other drivers on the road.

What We Do When a Pursuit Ends in Your Devastation

Police pursuits are one of the most hazardous situations on public roads. When a suspect flees, they show a reckless disregard for the safety of everyone around them. The victims of these crashes are often innocent people who were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time, and they deserve justice.

• We Investigate Complex Liability: In police pursuit cases, liability can be complicated. While the fleeing suspect is clearly at fault, there may also be questions regarding the pursuit tactics used by law enforcement. We conduct a thorough investigation to identify all responsible parties and their respective insurance carriers.
• We Handle Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims: Often, suspects in stolen vehicles are uninsured. In these situations, your own insurance policy may be your primary source of recovery. We navigate the complexities of uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, fighting to get you the maximum compensation you are entitled to under your own policy.
• We Focus on Catastrophic Injuries: The high speeds involved in pursuits often lead to severe and life-altering injuries. As experienced personal injury attorneys, we understand the long-term costs associated with serious car accident and pedestrian accident injuries and build a case designed to cover a lifetime of care.

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a police chase, do not face the complex legal battle alone. Contact Manoukian Law for a free and confidential consultation to understand your rights.