3 Injured in Stolen Car Crash on Gage Avenue [Florence, CA]

Suspects Arrested after Stolen Car Crash on Gage Avenue in Florence

Florence, CA (February 16, 2023) – Thursday night, three people, including an innocent victim sustained injuries in a crash on Gage Avenue involving a stolen car.

The crash in Florence happened around 7:40 p.m. on February 16.

LAPD said the collision involved a stolen black GMC pickup truck and another vehicle near the intersection of Gage Avenue and San Pedro Street.

Reportedly, the driver of a stolen black GMC pickup truck fled at a high rate of speed after officers attempted a traffic stop in the area of Florence Avenue and Main Street.

The suspect vehicle was traveling northbound on San Pedro Street when the driver ran a red light and collided with the victim’s vehicle on Gage Avenue.

EMS rushed the female driver to a hospital in unknown condition.

Two suspects from the stolen pursuit vehicle were arrested and taken to the hospital as well.

Further investigation into this crash is ongoing.

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WHY DO YOU NEED A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY AFTER A CRASH IN FLORENCE?

Reckless driving has become more common with the excess of available distractions, such as phones and other smart devices. Many initiatives have been formed in recent years to fight the increase in traffic accidents the state sees annually. 

However, around 20-50 million people are injured or become disabled due to an auto crash each year. It is, therefore, important to know how to proceed in case you find yourself involved in a similar traffic collision.

Moreover, if you find yourself unable to safely operate your vehicle, you can always use a rideshare app instead.

If you are troubled in a similar crash in Florence and suffered injuries, please call our offices immediately at (800) 674-7852. This way, we can start pursuing your compensation claim while you focus on getting better. The aftermath of an accident can be a stressful and time-consuming process. Moreover, the damages that are caused during an accident may change the lives of those involved for a long time. That is why having a personal injury lawyer will be a step in the right direction toward recovery.