Frightening Crash on 37th Street Led to Injuries

Three Injured, Including Two LAPD Officers, in Exposition Park Crash

Exposition Park, CA (September 20, 2026) — On Thursday afternoon, three people, including two Los Angeles police officers, suffered injuries in a crash on 37th Street in Exposition Park.

The collision occurred shortly after 5 p.m. at 37th Street and Western Avenue. The two LAPD officers were traveling to a call when their patrol vehicle collided with another vehicle.

Paramedics transported the officers and another person to hospitals by ambulance. Authorities have not released details about the severity of their injuries or explained exactly how the collision occurred.

Let’s Drive Safer Together

High-speed crashes can occur in the blink of an eye, but so many are preventable with small, intelligent decisions. Pay attention, don’t get distracted (say, by texting) and never drive after drinking. As ever – obey speed limits, buckle up and keep plenty of room between yourself and other vehicles. These are small enough measures to save lives — including your own.

We can all take steps to help keep our roads safe for ourselves, our families and our communities.
Drivers should remain alert around emergency vehicles and always give responding police, fire, and ambulance crews enough space to travel safely.

Steps to Take When You’ve Been in a Car Accident

If you get into a traffic accident, it can be a frightening situation, and many people do not know what to do afterwards, which may have a big impact on your safety as well as your rights.

First, assess yourself and others for injuries. If anyone is hurt, call 911 immediately. If you can move your vehicle, do so in a safe location, and put on your hazard lights to warn other drivers. Exchange details with the other driver, such as names, numbers, insurance company information, and license plate numbers. (And if there are witnesses nearby, try to get their information, too.)

Photograph the scene, damage to the vehicles, and any injuries. If the damage appears to be minor, document everything anyway.

Then get medical care — even if you feel fine. Some injuries can have a delayed presentation. Lastly, reach out to a seasoned personal injury lawyer, such as Sweet Lawyers. They’ll explain your legal rights and navigate the insurance claims process, so you can focus on what’s most important.

Those minutes after a crash are critical. Staying calm, acting swiftly, and figuring out what kind of aid is available could help protect your health, your finances, and your future.

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