Three people were killed and at least 3 others were critically injured after a vehicle struck pedestrians in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, on Tuesday evening, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD).
The incident was reported at approximately 5:55 p.m. local time near 5350 N. Lankershim Boulevard. Fire department paramedics and police responded to the scene.
LAFD officials said 3 patients were pronounced dead at the scene after being determined to be beyond medical help. At least 3 additional patients were in critical condition and being transported to nearby hospitals.
Authorities described the incident as a vehicle-involved collision with pedestrians, but the exact circumstances remain unclear.
Officials have not released the identities or ages of those killed and injured. It was also not immediately known how many pedestrians were struck, whether the driver remained at the scene or what led to the collision.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is handling the investigation under incident number 3818. Further details are expected as authorities investigate.