Colleen Wong, 57, killed and one injured in crash involving racing vehicle on Vanowen Street in West Hills, California
Modified Date:
Sat, 02/26/2022 - 10:18amAccident Date:
Friday, March 19, 2021
Innocent driver killed in crash involving suspected street racers in West Hills, police say
Two to three cars were street racing northbound on Valley Circle Boulevard when one of the cars lost control, crashing into a woman's Prius that was going westbound, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Woman Killed, Man Injured in Suspected Street Racing Crash
The crash, which was reported at about 4:05 p.m., occurred in the 24000 block of Vanowen Street, between Valley Circle Boulevard and Platt Avenue, when “two to three cars were street racing” and one driver lost control, causing his car to crash into the woman’s vehicle, police said.
Victim of suspected street-racing crash in West Hills identified as 57-year-old single mother
Her son says he wants the public to know that his mom lived a life of service to others, especially those in need.
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Type: Car Accident
Topics:
Street Racing AccidentsPeople Involved:
Colleen Wong
Roadway:
Vanowen StreetCity:
West Hills, CACounty:
Los Angeles County, CAArea:
Los Angeles, CA
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