Officer Injured in Stolen Vehicle Crash on 550 North First Street [Burbank, CA]

Injuries Reported in Burbank Auto Accident on 550 North First Street

BURBANK, CA (July 21, 2023) – Wednesday night, a stolen vehicle crash on 550 North First Street injured an officer.

The incident began at about 9:20 p.m. in the west garage of the Burbank Town Center, located at 550 North First St.

Officers responded to a report of a reckless driver and upon their arrival, they found the suspect vehicle and tried to stop it. However, the driver declined and drove off at a high rate of speed.

Then, as they exit the parking garage, the suspect driver crashed into a responding patrol car, leaving significant damage and injuring the officer.

After the crash, the officer sustained non-life-threatening injuries and he received treatment at a hospital.

Meanwhile, authorities attempted to stop the car but the driver refused to yield for the second time. Hence, the pursuit began.

“The driver committed numerous traffic violations and reached high speeds as he continued through the City of Burbank,” police added.

Then, the driver lost control of the vehicle and stopped on the 5 Freeway at Empire Avenue.

Moreover, responders transported the driver and passenger into custody.

Officers identified them as a 16-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy, both of Bakersfield.

Then, authorities arrested them and booked them on suspicion of multiple felonies, police said.

Officers noted that the car was stolen out of Bakersfield.

At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.

What’s Next after Stolen Vehicle Crash on 550 North First Street

It is important to drive defensively/abide by all driving laws. By doing so, you can ensure your safety and the safety of surrounding vehicles, motorists, and pedestrians.

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