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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Los Angeles County, Calif., Nov. 8, 2026 — Eight people were taken to hospitals after a car left the roadway and struck pedestrians on a sidewalk on Saturday afternoon, November 7, near a grocery store in the Arlington Heights neighborhood. Two young children were among those hurt.
The crash happened around 12:51 p.m. near 4040 W. Washington Blvd., just north of the Santa Monica Freeway, when a vehicle reportedly veered off the street and onto the sidewalk. Fire department crews evaluated 10 people at the scene and transported eight of them to area hospitals.
A 3-year-old and a 9-year-old were reportedly among those struck, with the 9-year-old said to be in serious condition, according to local television reports. The driver, described as a man believed to be around 60 years old, reportedly remained at the scene; it was not immediately clear whether he was taken into custody or whether he was among those hospitalized.
What caused the vehicle to leave the roadway has not been determined. Authorities have not released the names or updated conditions of those injured. Traffic in the area was disrupted, with northbound travel on 10th Avenue closed at 23rd Street as crews worked the scene.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes pedestrian accidents like this one?
Pedestrian injuries on sidewalks or crosswalks are commonly linked to driver error, mechanical failure, medical emergencies behind the wheel, or a vehicle losing control and leaving the roadway. Investigators typically look at all of these factors before determining a cause.
How does a vehicle's speed affect the outcome for a pedestrian who is hit?
Higher speeds generally mean more severe injuries and a lower chance of survival, since the force transferred to a pedestrian increases sharply as speed rises.
Where do most pedestrian accidents tend to occur?
Many happen in areas where vehicles and foot traffic mix closely, such as parking lots, sidewalks near storefronts, and intersections, rather than on open stretches of road.
Are pedestrian accidents more likely to happen at night?
Reduced visibility after dark is a factor in a large share of pedestrian crashes, though incidents like this one can happen in broad daylight as well.
