"Tragic Series of South LA Crashes Claim Lives of Multiple Family Members"

In South Los Angeles, a family was struck by a hit-and-run driver on New Year's Eve, resulting in the deaths of three family members and leaving a toddler in critical condition. The family, who had moved from Colombia to Los Angeles a year prior, was hit by a speeding SUV whose driver was fleeing from an earlier crash. The father died on impact, while the mother and one daughter succumbed to their injuries in the hospital. The surviving toddler is showing signs of improvement. The 22-year-old suspect has been apprehended, and alcohol is suspected to be a factor in the crash.