LOS ANGELES - A burglary investigation in the Westlake district escalated into a violent collision Friday afternoon, leaving at least 10 people injured and multiple suspects in custody.
What we know:
The incident began just after noon when officers responded to a burglary call near Miramar Street and Third Street.
A pursuit ensued, ending shortly after when the suspect's vehicle collided with a Metro bus at the intersection of Bixel and Sixth streets.
Los Angeles Fire Department personnel transported two patients—identified as two people not wearing seatbelts inside one of the vehicles—to a hospital in serious condition.
According to Metro, one passenger was transported with non-life-threatening injuries to a local hospital, six others, including the bus operator, sustained minor injuries. An LAPD officer was also treated for minor injuries.
What we don't know:
While the incident was linked to a burglary call, the exact number of suspects taken into custody and the specific charges they face have not been detailed.
What's next:
The investigation is ongoing.
The LAPD’s Multi-Disciplinary Collision Investigation Team will likely review the pursuit to determine if department chase policies were followed.
The Source: This report is based on information from the Los Angeles Police Department and Los Angeles Fire Department.