MONTEBELLO, CA – A fatal crash in Montebello late last night may have been the result of a police pursuit, leaving at least one person dead. The incident, which occurred shortly before 10:20 p.m., continues to unfold as authorities work to confirm the details surrounding the tragic event.
Witnesses reported seeing a vehicle speeding westbound on Beverly Boulevard, pursued by a Montebello Police Department cruiser. The chase ended in a violent crash, leaving the vehicle in a severely damaged state. According to a witness, the car was traveling at speeds between 70 to 75 mph before it collided, resulting in the death of at least one individual.
As the sun rose over Montebello, the scene had been mostly cleared, with police tape removed and the wrecked vehicle towed away. The Montebello Police Department has not yet disclosed the number of individuals involved in the crash or the conditions of any survivors. Details regarding why the driver was being pursued remain unclear, and officials are working diligently to piece together the sequence of events that led to the deadly crash.
The community is left in shock as they await further information from the authorities. “When I was getting home, I saw a vehicle speeding down Beverly Boulevard, followed closely by a police car,” recounted one witness. “Moments later, I heard a series of loud booms.”
Law enforcement has been contacted for more details, but as of now, they have not released any additional information regarding the pursuit or the identities of those involved. The investigation is ongoing as authorities continue to interview witnesses and gather evidence from the scene.
The tragic incident has reignited conversations about the protocols surrounding high-speed police chases and the potential risks they pose to public safety. As the investigation unfolds, the community is left grappling with the impact of the night’s events.
Residents are urged to provide any information they might have about the incident to the Montebello Police Department as detectives work to uncover the full story.