Deadly chase: Suspect crashes after being chased by robbery victim in Los Angeles

A suspect died in an accident after being chased by an armed robbery victim this Saturday afternoon in Los Angeles, authorities reported.

According to Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)At approximately 5:30 p.m., a 21-year-old man was at a gas station in the West Adams area when he was robbed by three armed men.

After committing the armed robbery, The suspects fled the scene aboard a white sedan.and the victim chased them in a Mercedes Benz SUV.

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At one point during the chase, the victim intentionally hit his vehicle against the car in which the suspects were travelingwhich caused the driver to lose control and ended up crashing into a light pole at the intersection of Adams Boulevard and West View Street.

Due to the impact, the driver of the suspect vehicle, 32 years old, died at the scene.

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After the crash, the other two suspects were able to get out of the crashed vehicle and They opened fire on the 21-year-old young man at the time they escaped on foot.

One of the thieves He was arrested after being found hiding in a backyard thanks to the collaboration of a K-9 unit, according to preliminary reports.

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The 21-year-old victim remained at the scene of the accident and was cooperating with police officers at all times. Apparently, The young man was not injured by the gunshots and it is unknown what the suspects stole from him..

The Los Angeles Police Department said that The incident is under investigation as a homicide.and it is unknown if the 21-year-old is in the custody of the authorities.

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