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SUV ends up on side in Hollywood pursuit crash
By Jonathan Lloyd at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
A pursuit involving a murder suspect crashed late Thursday morning on a Hollywood street.
The chase began just before 11 a.m. near Schrader Boulevard and Selma Avenue and ended in a crash a short time later at Fountain and Cherokee avenues. The driver was taken into custody.
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Key takeaway near Schrader Boulevard and Selma Avenue and ended in a crash a short time later at Fountain and Cherokee avenues.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The crash on Fountain and Cherokee avenues is a stark reminder of the potential consequences of high-speed pursuits in densely populated areas like Hollywood. With pedestrians and vehicles often sharing the same streets, the risk of bystander injury or property damage is ever-present. The fact that the SUV ended up on its side, although its involvement in the chase is unclear, underscores the potential for destruction in such incidents. As the investigation into the murder suspect and the Chicago case unfolds, local residents will be watching to see how authorities balance the need to apprehend suspects with the need to protect the public from the dangers of pursuits. The lack of immediate reports of injuries is a welcome relief, but the incident will likely prompt renewed discussion about pursuit policies and protocols in Los Angeles .
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A pursuit involving a murder suspect crashed late Thursday morning on a Hollywood street.
The chase began just before 11 a.m. near Schrader Boulevard and Selma Avenue and ended in a crash a short time later at Fountain and Cherokee avenues. The driver was taken into custody.
There were no i...
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