Los Angeles, CA (June 13, 2024) – A Los Angeles Police Department motorcycle officer was injured in a traffic collision involving his motorcycle and a blue GMC Sierra pickup truck on Highway 14 near Golden Valley Road in Los Angeles. The incident took place at approximately 9:05 a.m. on Wednesday, June 12.
The preliminary investigation by the California Highway Patrol Newhall Area Office suggests that the two vehicles collided in a side-swipe manner for reasons that are currently under investigation. Officer Josh Greengard, a spokesperson for the area office, stated that the specifics of the crash are still being determined as inquiries continue.
Following the collision, the injured LAPD officer was transported to the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital to receive treatment for minor injuries. There has been no report regarding the condition of the driver of the pickup truck.
The accident resulted in immediate response from law enforcement and first responders, who arrived on the scene to provide assistance and secure the area.
As of now, the investigation into the exact cause of the incident is ongoing. Authorities have not disclosed any further details but have indicated that more information will be made available as the investigation proceeds.
Officials have urged anyone who might have witnessed the accident or has relevant information to come forward to aid in the thorough examination of the events that led to the crash.
Source: Local Accident Reports
