At least 3 killed when SUV crashes into North Hollywood food stand; driver arrested on suspicion of murder
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At least 3 killed when SUV crashes into North Hollywood food stand; driver arrested on suspicion of murder

CBS News • • general

Key Points:

  • Three Latina women between the ages of 40 and 60 were killed when an SUV crashed into a food stand near a North Hollywood bus stop in Los Angeles on Tuesday evening.
  • Three other Latina women, aged 50 to 55, were injured in the crash, with two in critical condition and one stable as of 11 p.m.
  • The driver, Ihor Demianenko from Valley Village, was arrested on suspicion of three counts of murder and was found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the collision.
  • Police believe Demianenko was attempting to avoid another vehicle driving legally before the crash and are continuing their investigation, including reviewing security footage from nearby locations.
  • The victims were street vendors, with one having worked at the food stand for over 15 years; authorities and city officials expressed condolences and pledged ongoing updates.

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