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A police chase triggered by a carjacking in Malibu resulted in a violent crash that injured three children and two adults. The incident began in East Los Angeles when the suspect stole a vehicle with young children inside, leading to a high-speed pursuit that ended in a serious collision after the suspect hit a spike strip. Emergency responders transported the injured parties to the hospital while the suspect fled the scene but was apprehended shortly after. This alarming event raises concerns about public safety and carjackings in the area.
Malibu – A police chase involving a carjacking suspect unfolded in Malibu on Friday evening, culminating in a violent crash that injured three children and two adults. The incident began shortly before 7 p.m. in East Los Angeles when the suspect allegedly stole a vehicle with three young children, all believed to be under 10 years old, left running at a 7-Eleven convenience store.
Authorities reported that the California Highway Patrol (CHP) started pursuing the suspect’s vehicle shortly after 6:38 p.m. The chase led officers across Santa Monica and onto the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). Initially, the suspect drove at low speeds, prompting CHP to forgo a pit maneuver due to safety concerns.
However, the situation escalated when Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies deployed a spike strip on the highway. The suspect struck the spike strip, which caused the chase to become more erratic. At approximately 7:35 p.m., running a red light at the intersection of Kanan Dume Road and PCH, he collided violently with another vehicle, resulting in a major crash impacting multiple vehicles.
The crash resulted in injuries to three children and two adults, all of whom were transported to the hospital. Witness accounts indicate that an older woman was driving the vehicle that was struck; she had a passenger with her at the time of the collision.
Emergency responders quickly assisted the children, who were conscious and breathing after the crash. The exact conditions of the children and the injured adults have not been made available. Reports suggest that one of the children was as young as two years old. Additionally, the father of the children, who reportedly witnessed the theft, attempted to intervene but was struck while trying to stop the suspect.
After the collision, the suspect fled the scene on foot, abandoning parts of his clothing and running through a residential area and wooded terrain. Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies managed to apprehend him around 7:50 p.m. The suspect had previously attempted another carjacking during the pursuit but was unsuccessful.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns related to carjackings and public safety. In recent years, there has been an increased incidence of such crimes across various neighborhoods, raising alarms among residents. Local authorities are urged to address these concerns to ensure the safety of families and individuals within the community.
As investigations continue, the focus remains on the recovery of all injured parties and the pursuit of justice following this alarming event. The impact of the crash and the events of the chase underscore the potential consequences of reckless driving and crime in heavily trafficked areas.
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- ABC7 News
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