Los Angeles, CA (May 25, 2025) – A high-impact collision late Saturday night damaged eight vehicles, knocked down a streetlight, and sent two people to the hospital in a San Fernando Valley neighborhood, according to the Los Angeles Police Department and Los Angeles Fire Department.
Accident Details: Officers responded to the 14600 block of Polk Street at 11:42 p.m. on May 24 following reports of a two-vehicle crash. According to preliminary reports, a Chevrolet Camaro and a Ford SUV collided, causing both vehicles to spin out and strike other cars and city property.
Witnesses said the Camaro veered off and struck several parked vehicles, while the Ford reportedly crashed into a light pole and tore through a chain-link fence in a front yard. Residents described hearing a massive impact followed by chaos outside their homes.
Two individuals were transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital. Their identities and medical conditions have not been released. Unconfirmed accounts indicate the two hospitalized patients were the drivers of the Camaro and Ford.
Legal Considerations: Video footage and witness statements suggest excessive speed may have contributed to the crash. While LAPD has not confirmed speed or impairment as factors, the investigation is ongoing. If driver negligence—such as reckless driving—is confirmed, victims whose vehicles were damaged or who suffered injuries may have grounds for compensation.
Multiple car damage and city property destruction may also result in significant civil liability if fault is determined.
Ongoing Investigation: LAPD investigators are reviewing footage and taking witness statements to determine the cause. No arrests or citations have been issued as of this report. Residents expressed concern about persistent speeding in the area and called for a traffic signal at the intersection.
I hope both individuals recover fully and that safety improvements are considered to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Source: KTLA