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New video shows PCH crash that killed Nobu Malibu chef
Los Angeles Times • • nation
Key Points:
- A video captured the moment an SUV crashed into a parked car on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, killing Nobu Malibu chef Ryo Uchimiya, who was sleeping inside the vehicle.
- The crash occurred around 7 a.m. Saturday near Carbon Canyon Road, with the impact pushing Uchimiya's car into another parked vehicle.
- Uchimiya, 51, had arrived early for work and was waiting in his car outside the high-end Nobu Malibu restaurant.
- Authorities identified the SUV driver as a 16-year-old boy who appeared to be speeding; no charges have been filed yet as the investigation continues.
- Witnesses noted the young driver was left alone for hours after the crash, with his parents reportedly not showing up at the scene.
