Asia Gonzales Killed in End-Of-Pursuit Crash at Hillcrest Boulevard and Glasgow Avenue in Inglewood
Asia Gonzales ID’d as 1 of 2 Killed in Inglewood Crash at Hillcrest Boulevard and Glasgow Avenue
Inglewood, California (April 29, 2021) – The woman who died along with a man after a police chase ended in a traffic crash Wednesday night in Inglewood has been identified as Asia Gonzales, 22.
The deadly accident occurred at around 10:40 p.m. Wednesday, April 28, in the area of W. Hillcrest Boulevard and S. Glasgow Avenue.
The incident began when California Highway Patrol officers spotted a blue Dodge pickup truck traveling at a high rate of speed on surface streets. The driver allegedly ran a red light while getting onto the 405 Freeway.
The driver continued on 405 Freeway and the CHP officers attempted to pull him over. The suspect failed to yield, prompting a chase.
The pickup truck then exited the freeway onto Manchester Avenue and traveled at a high rate of speed along surface streets. As the pickup truck turned onto Glasgow Avenue, it slammed into the side of a white sedan.
Deadly Inglewood Crash at Hillcrest Boulevard and Glasgow Avenue
The driver of the sedan and his female passenger, now identified as Gonzales, were trapped in the wreckage and had to be extricated by firefighters.
Sadly, Gonzales was declared dead at the scene of the accident while the driver, whose name has not been disclosed, was taken to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The pursuit suspect fled on foot but was arrested by the officers. The suspect was booked into jail on felony DUI and several other charges.
Police closed the intersection of Hillcrest Boulevard and Glasgow Avenue while the investigation took place.
No further details about the crash were immediately provided.
The accident 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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