INCIDENT: Stolen Vehicle Pursuit and Traffic Collision
DATE: September 30, 2026
TIME: Approximately 12:09 a.m.
LOCATION: City of Lakewood
UNIT: Lakewood Sheriff Station
On September 30, 2026, Lakewood Sheriff's Station deputies located a stolen vehicle, and a pursuit was initiated. The pursuit traveled eastbound on Candlewood Street until it collided into a tree near the intersection of Candlewood Street and Premiere Avenue, in the city of Lakewood.
The vehicle became engulfed in flames, and deputies immediately pulled the driver out for his safety. The driver was transported to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries sustained from the collision prior to booking.
During the traffic collision investigation, it was determined debris from the collision impacted a nearby residence. No occupants of the residence were injured from the traffic collision debris.
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Sheriff's Information Bureau
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
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Robert G. Luna, Sheriff
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