All articles tagged with #traffic collision
A motorcyclist was killed in north-central Colorado Springs after a car pulled out in front of them at the intersection of Hancock Avenue and 4th Street, causing a collision. The rider was thrown from the motorcycle and died at the scene. Police are investigating whether alcohol or speeding were factors in the crash.
An LAFD recruit firefighter was fatally injured while rendering aid at a traffic collision on the northbound 101 Freeway in Studio City. Despite efforts to save him, the recruit died from his injuries. The identity of the recruit has not been disclosed, and a procession was held as his body was transported to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office. The incident led to the closure of lanes on the freeway for several hours, and details about a memorial service will be shared later.
Two people are dead after their vehicle collided with a Washington State Patrol trooper who was responding to an emergency on Highway 101 in Shelton, Washington. The trooper, who was not seriously injured, was transported to a hospital as a precaution. The identities of the deceased, a man and a woman in their 60s, have not been released. The crash is under investigation, and drivers are advised to seek alternate routes as the area is expected to be closed for some time.
Tucson Police Officer Adam R. Buckner died in a car crash while responding to a call for service. The collision occurred when a vehicle failed to yield at an intersection, sending Buckner's patrol car into a traffic signal pole. Buckner, 31, had his emergency lights and siren activated at the time of the crash. The other driver sustained minor injuries, and there were no signs of impairment. The investigation is ongoing, and the Tucson Police Department is asking for any witnesses to come forward. Governor Katie Hobbs expressed condolences, emphasizing the risks that police and first responders face daily.
A new report from LMPD reveals that a stalled car triggered a chain reaction crash on the Clark Memorial Bridge, resulting in a semi-truck dangling off the edge and a dramatic rescue. The report indicates that a pick-up truck collided with the stalled car, causing it to cross into oncoming traffic and leading to a collision with a semi-truck. A fourth car was also involved in the crash, resulting in serious injuries to two individuals, with their current conditions unknown.
A traffic collision between a passenger bus and a freight truck in Sinaloa, Mexico, has resulted in at least 19 deaths and 22 injuries. The crash occurred on a highway near the port city of Mazatlan, with images showing the charred vehicles still burning as emergency personnel arrived on the scene. The cause of the accident is under investigation, and the injured are being treated at local hospitals.
A woman was killed and her husband and daughter injured in a traffic collision at a French farmers' protest in the Ariège region, where demonstrators had placed straw bales across a road. The farmers are protesting low wages, excessive regulation, and mounting costs. The collision, which did not appear to be intentional, has shocked the nation, and the government is working to address farmers' concerns to prevent the protests from escalating further.
Hannah Payne, a 25-year-old woman from Georgia, has been found guilty of felony murder, malice murder, aggravated assault, false imprisonment, and weapons possession charges in the death of Kenneth Herring. Payne chased down Herring after witnessing him cause a minor traffic crash and claimed she intended to take down his license plate number, but witnesses testified that she cut him off, punched him, and threatened to shoot him before ultimately shooting him. Payne argued self-defense, stating that Herring grabbed her hand with the gun, causing it to go off accidentally. However, prosecutors argued that she was the initial aggressor and used excessive force. Payne's sentencing is scheduled for Friday.
Actor Michael B. Jordan crashed his Ferrari in Hollywood, colliding with a parked vehicle. The Ferrari sustained major damage, with the front right tire completely sheared off. The parked Kia Niro SUV was also heavily damaged. No injuries were reported, and Jordan was not cited or suspected of intoxication.
Actor Michael B. Jordan crashed his Ferrari into a parked vehicle in Hollywood, according to reports. The LAPD confirmed responding to the scene but did not confirm Jordan's involvement. Footage shows significant damage to the Ferrari and the parked Kia Niro SUV. No injuries were reported, and Jordan was not cited or suspected of intoxication.
A man was fatally struck while crossing College Avenue in Fort Collins. The pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk and wearing dark-colored clothing, was hit by a southbound Chevrolet work van. This is the second pedestrian death in Fort Collins and third in Larimer County this year. Authorities are asking businesses in the area for surveillance footage of the incident. Pedestrian fatalities are on the rise in Colorado, with the fall and winter months being the most dangerous for pedestrians due to shorter days and longer nights.
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a car in San Jose's Willow Glen neighborhood, marking the city's 37th fatal traffic collision and 22nd pedestrian victim this year. This incident follows another fatal pedestrian collision that occurred in the Rose Glen neighborhood just a week prior. Authorities have not released the names of the victims.
A three-vehicle collision in Montgomery, Alabama, resulted in the death of one person. The victim, identified as Douglas Zeigler, 52, was driving a 1997 Toyota Camry. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.
The cause of death for Katharine McPhee and David Foster's nanny has been revealed as a fatal traffic collision. The accident occurred when an 84-year-old woman crashed her car into a dealership service center, causing injuries to several people. The nanny, who was a customer at the dealership, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The investigation is ongoing, and no arrests have been made. McPhee had previously announced her departure from the couple's tour due to the "horrible tragedy" in their family.
A motorcyclist named Anthony Brienze was killed in a crash with a Honda Accord in Johnson City, Tennessee. The motorcycle was reportedly traveling at a high speed and failed to stop for a traffic light, colliding with the Honda as it was making a left turn. Brienze was transported to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the Honda was unharmed, and the crash is currently under investigation.