In a shocking incident early on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at least 30 people were injured when a vehicle drove into a crowd on Santa Monica Boulevard in East Hollywood, Los Angeles. The crash occurred around 2:00 a.m. local time, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), and has left many victims in critical and serious condition.
The Incident Details
The vehicle, identified as a Nissan Versa, reportedly crashed into a crowd outside a nightclub on Santa Monica Boulevard, near the Vermont Hollywood nightclub. The crowd had been waiting in line to enter the club and had gathered around a taco cart and valet stand when the crash occurred. LAFD Captain Adam Van Gerpen explained that the impact caused significant damage to the taco truck and valet podium, and a large number of people were hit by the vehicle.
Among the injured, at least 7 people were reported in critical condition, and 6 others were in serious condition, with one person suffering from a gunshot wound, as reported by ABC 7. Most of the victims were female, according to the Associated Press.
Driver’s Condition and Attack
The driver of the vehicle was reportedly removed from the car by bystanders, who began to attack him after the crash. According to reports, the driver, who had a gunshot wound, was involved in an earlier altercation outside the nightclub, possibly contributing to the violent events leading to the crash.
Photos from the scene, obtained by Daily Mail and BBC, show the vehicle with a crumpled hood and surrounded by police tape, as police officers and fire department personnel worked to assist the victims and secure the area.
Emergency Response
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) and Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) responded swiftly to the scene, with more than 100 personnel working to provide emergency care and investigate the incident. Mayor Karen Bass expressed her sympathy for the victims, calling the crash a “heartbreaking tragedy” and thanking the first responders for their efforts to save lives.
“A full investigation into what happened is underway,” Mayor Bass stated, per ABC 7.
Ongoing Investigation
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has launched a full investigation into the events leading to the crash. Authorities are looking into the altercation outside the nightclub, the driver’s involvement in the incident, and the circumstances that led to the vehicle striking the crowd.
This tragic incident has left the East Hollywood community in shock. At least 30 people were affected by the crash, with several victims in critical condition, and many others injured. The investigation is still ongoing, and Los Angeles residents and officials are focused on understanding the cause of the crash and providing support to those impacted by the violence.
