LAPD Officers Injured in South LA Pursuit, Suspect Remains at Large

Four people, including two Los Angeles Police Department officers, were injured yesterday evening when a vehicle pursuit ended in a collision in South Los Angeles, and the suspect fled the scene.

The incident began around 11:30 p.m. on October 10, 2025, after a black SUV was reported stolen. During a subsequent pursuit, an LAPD vehicle with two officers inside collided with another vehicle at Avalon Boulevard and 98th Street. The LAPD confirmed that both officers sustained minor injuries. The condition of the other individuals involved in the crash remains unknown as of this morning.

The driver of the stolen SUV was able to escape following the collision and is currently not in custody. Vehicle thefts have been a growing concern in Los Angeles County, contributing to increased pressure on law enforcement resources; you can find more information about crime statistics from the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the pursuit and crash, and are actively searching for the suspect. For information on how the LAPD handles pursuits, see their policies and procedures.

The LAPD stated that further details will be released as the investigation progresses.