A pedestrian in the Los Angeles area was critically injured over the weekend after being struck by a police cruiser while walking in a crosswalk. The shocking incident was captured on video, showing the moment the man was hit by a fast-moving Montebello Police Department patrol SUV.
The footage shows the man in the crosswalk as the traffic light changed, with other cars already passing by. As he neared the sidewalk, he suddenly looked up and began to trot, only to be blindsided by the speeding patrol vehicle. The impact sent the victim flying through the air, landing several yards away, while the patrol car veered and crashed into a traffic light pole. The dazed officer took a moment to compose himself before rushing to the injured man, with other drivers stopping to offer assistance.
The unidentified pedestrian was rushed to the hospital with major injuries and was listed in critical but stable condition. The officer also sustained minor injuries and was taken to a nearby medical facility for treatment. The California Highway Patrol, who responded to the incident, stated that the officer was one of the units racing to a report of a possible DUI driver in the area.
The CHP is currently investigating the incident to determine the cause of the collision and any potential contributing factors. The community is awaiting further updates on the condition of the pedestrian and the outcome of the investigation.
Stay tuned for more information as this story develops.
