Crime & Safety

Deputy's Cruiser Hits Pedestrian In Lynwood

The pedestrian was in "extremely critical condition, " according to report.

LYNWOOD, CA — A person was hospitalized in critical condition this morning after being struck by a Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy's cruiser in Lynwood.

The person was struck about 6:30 p.m. Monday on Long Beach Boulevard, near Burton Avenue, according to Sgt. Benjamin Grubb of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

The deputy was also taken to a hospital, Grubb said.

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The pedestrian, who was jaywalking at the time of the crash, was in "extremely critical condition," according to CBS2.

--City News Service

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