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A vehicle drives into a crowd in East Hollywood, injuring more than 20 people

Jul 19, 2025, 3:43 AM | Updated: 5:30 am

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Fire Department is reporting that a vehicle has driven into a crowd of people in East Hollywood, injuring more than 20.

Up to five people are in critical condition, a further 8-10 in serious condition and 10-15 in fair condition, the department reported Saturday.

The incident occurred on Santa Monica Boulevard.

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