West Adams, CA: 3-Vehicle Crash on S Buckingham Road
6 Injured, 3 Hospitalized after West Adams Crash on South Buckingham Road
West Adams, California (April 10, 2021) – Six people were injured Saturday afternoon in a traffic accident in the West Adams neighborhood in Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
The crash was reported at around 1:00 p.m. in the 2544 block of South Buckingham Road.
Authorities said three vehicles collided for an unknown reason on South Buckingham Road. After the impact, one of the vehicles crashed into a homeless encampment.
Firefighters along with the paramedics responded to the scene and extricated one person who was trapped in one of the vehicles.
A total of six people were injured as a result of the crash. Three patients were transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries while three others declined hospitalization.
The names and conditions of the injured parties were not immediately disclosed.
No further details about the crash were immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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