Woman struck and seriously injured by L.A. police vehicle carrying Mayor Garcetti.

Modified Date: 
Wed, 09/24/2014 - 11:18am
Accident Date: 
Monday, January 13, 2014

LA Mayor Garcetti Was Passenger in Police Car That Struck Pedestrian.

The mayor of Los Angeles was a passenger in a police car that struck a pedestrian Tuesday in downtown Los Angeles, according to his office.

The mayor of Los Angeles was a passenger in a police car that struck a pedestrian Tuesday in downtown Los Angeles, according to his office.

Mayor Eric Garcetti was traveling in an LAPD vehicle when it hit a woman about 12:20 p.m. near Second and Spring streets. Garcetti’s office said the mayor was on the phone and did not witness the crash, and has been interviewed by investigators.

The pedestrian was taken to a hospital in unknown condition, Garcetti’s office said.

"I'm very concerned about her and wish her a speedy recovery. I look forward to speaking with her soon," Garcetti said in a statement.

People Involved: 
Mayor Eric Garcetti

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