One person died and two others were injured after a traffic collision near Watts.
As per the initial information, the seven-vehicle pile-up took place in the 11600 block of S. Central Avenue near the 105 freeway. According to the authorities, deputies were chasing the reckless driving suspect before the driver’s vehicle crashed at the off-ramp of the 105 Freeway. Two people from the suspects’ vehicle were taken into custody. Officials later found out that it was a stolen vehicle.
At least one bystander, an innocent driver, died as a result of the wreck. Two people were taken to the hospital with unspecified injuries. It is unknown if the incident caused any other injuries. The California Highway Patrol announced a sig alert for the Central Avenue off-ramp of the westbound 105 Freeway for an unknown amount of time. No other details are available.
An investigation is ongoing.
July 15, 2022
Source: CBS LA