A baby died and another child was hospitalized with injuries after they were found on the northbound 405 Freeway in Westchester, prompting an investigation by the California Highway Patrol. The baby, estimated to be 5-6 months old, suffered major injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other child, about 7-9 years old, was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries. It is unknown how the minors arrived on the freeway, and authorities are requesting the public's assistance in the investigation.
A DUI driver crashed into a UPS truck in South Los Angeles, killing two people who were ejected from the vehicle. Good Samaritans captured the suspect after he attempted to flee the scene. The victims were identified as Luzelena Soria-Rosales, 18, and Oscar Santos Farela. The suspect, who was driving under the influence, faces potential murder charges as police continue their investigation. A vigil was held to remember the victims.
An 18-year-old woman, Rachel Berg, faces a manslaughter charge after allegedly driving her Corvette at 155 mph and killing Michael Clark, a former police officer and father of two, who was riding his motorcycle. Berg tried to perform CPR on the fallen biker but he died at the scene. Clark's wife is seeking justice for her husband, describing him as a man of service who loved being a father and husband. She emphasized the devastating impact of reckless decisions, highlighting the real devastation and the challenge of moving forward for the affected families.
An 18-year-old woman driving a Corvette was allegedly going 155 mph when she struck and killed a motorcyclist on the U.S. 60 near Dobson Road in Mesa, Arizona. The motorcyclist, identified as 46-year-old Michael Clark, was a veteran and former police officer. The driver, Rachel Berg, attempted CPR after the crash but Clark was pronounced dead at the scene. Berg has been arrested and charged with manslaughter, with court documents indicating her speed at 155 mph five seconds before the collision and 87 mph at the time of the collision.
An 18-year-old driver, Chase Daniel Jones, is facing homicide charges after crashing his Audi A4 into a minivan at 112 mph, killing a mother and three children in Washington state. Two of the mother's children remain hospitalized. Jones, who was also injured, had a history of speeding-related accidents and was charged with four counts of vehicular homicide, two counts of vehicular assault, and reckless driving. The victims were remembered as loving and active members of their community.
An 8-year-old Georgia girl died after being hit by a car while trying to board a school bus, with the driver, 25-year-old Kaylee Andre, arrested for vehicular homicide. The incident occurred at a bus stop with the bus's red flashing lights activated and stop signs displayed. The driver's windshield was partially obstructed by ice, and the girl succumbed to her injuries despite being airlifted to the hospital.
