Bicyclist Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash in South Los Angeles

Fatal Crash in Vermont Square

• 💔 A bicyclist was killed in a multi-vehicle crash in the Vermont Square neighborhood of South Los Angeles.
• 📍 The incident occurred just before 1:00 AM at the intersection of Vernon Avenue and South Figueroa Street.

Eyewitness Accounts and Good Samaritan

• 💥 Witnesses reported that the bicyclist was pinned under a car, described as a Ford Mustang.
• 🤝 A good Samaritan reportedly helped the victim who was trapped under the vehicle before emergency crews arrived.
• 🚗 Neighbors indicated the crash may have started when a white Honda slammed into a cyclist and other cars.

Investigation into Cause

• 🚨 Police are investigating whether the driver of the white Honda was under the influence or speeding at the time of the collision.
• 🤕 The driver of the white Honda suffered serious wounds to his face and had to be extracted from the vehicle due to the impact's force.
• 📱 Many people were documenting the aftermath, posting videos to the Citizen app.

Scene Aftermath

• 🛣️ Detectives have cleared the scene, and the roadways are open this morning.
• 🚓 LAPD is still gathering details about the tragic event.