A hit-and-run incident occurred today on the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 near San Pedro Street in Los Angeles, CA, involving two vehicles. The incident began around 2:22 PM when the suspect vehicle was reported driving erratically and at high speeds, raising concerns for public safety.
The reporting party (RP) noticed the suspect vehicle swerving in and out of lanes and nearly colliding with other cars. Alarmed by the driver's behavior, the RP followed the vehicle and informed authorities that there were children inside and that the driver appeared to be intoxicated. The suspect vehicle then struck the rear of the RP's vehicle, prompting further concern.
As the suspect vehicle continued to weave dangerously through traffic, it approached Arlington Avenue, reaching speeds of approximately 60 miles per hour. The driver refused to stop, creating a hazardous situation for all road users. The RP maintained visual contact with the suspect vehicle as it nearly collided with several other vehicles while approaching Washington Boulevard.
By 2:28 PM, the suspect vehicle finally pulled over to the shoulder, where both the driver and children exited the vehicle. Emergency services were notified and arrived at the scene shortly thereafter. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident, although the RP's vehicle sustained damage.
The California Highway Patrol responded quickly to the scene, ensuring that traffic flow resumed by 2:40 PM. The status of the suspect vehicle remains unclear after the driver exited, and further investigations are likely to follow regarding the driver’s actions leading up to the incident.
This alarming event highlights the dangers of impaired driving, especially when children are involved. Authorities encourage the public to report any erratic driving behavior to help prevent similar incidents in the future.