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CBC
21-07-2025
- CBC
Driver shot, attacked by crowd in L.A. nightclub car ramming identified by police
A man suspected of driving his car into a crowd waiting to get inside a nightclub in Los Angeles, injuring 36 people, has a criminal history that includes a conviction for felony battery, officials said Sunday. The driver, identified by police as Fernando Ramirez, 29, was attacked by bystanders after the crash early Saturday in east Hollywood and paramedics later found that he had been shot. Police were still searching for the suspected shooter, described as a man with a goatee in a blue Dodgers jacket. Ramirez, of San Clemente, Calif., was recovering and was expected to face a felony charge of assault with a deadly weapon. He could not be reached for comment and it wasn't known if he had an attorney. Police Capt. Ben Fernandes told KNBC-TV on Sunday that Ramirez was sentenced in 2020 for attacking a man outside of a Whole Foods grocery store in June 2019. He was on parole at the time of Saturday's crash, but it's unclear whether it was in connection with the 2019 attack or another case. Ramirez has had at least 11 criminal cases ranging from misdemeanours to felonies, KNBC reported. In January 2022, he was charged with felony domestic battery and entered a not guilty plea. That case remains open. A line of people — mostly women — were waiting to enter the Vermont Hollywood event venue around 2 a.m. local time when they were struck by a Nissan Versa that also hit a food vending cart and valet stand, fire Capt. Adam VanGerpen said Saturday. At least 36 people were treated for injuries including fractures and lacerations, police said Sunday without providing updates on their conditions. It was not immediately clear if Ramirez was shot before or after the crash.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Yahoo
Beaten and shot, driver arrested after LA nightclub crash
A man is in custody after allegedly driving his car into a crowd outside a nightclub in East Hollywood early Saturday, injuring 30 people, including seven critically. The incident occurred shortly about 2 a.m. near the intersection of North Vermont and Melrose avenues. Police said the 29-year-old driver had been removed from a nearby business before getting behind the wheel of a Nissan Versa and accelerating into a group of pedestrians waiting on the sidewalk. The vehicle struck several individuals and collided with a taco truck and a valet stand before coming to a stop. Of those injured, six are in serious condition, and several others suffered minor injuries but declined hospital transport. Most of the victims were female. After the crash, bystanders attacked and beat the suspect. Police say they are unsure whether the gunshot wound the man suffered occurred before, during, or after the assault. The driver was taken into custody and hospitalized; his condition is stable. Authorities do not believe terrorism was involved but are investigating whether alcohol, drugs, or road rage played a role. A fight had reportedly broken out near the club before the vehicle rammed the crowd. Community members expressed shock and concern over the incident, which disrupted what should have been a night out. Local officials promised to review safety measures in nightlife districts. Police continue to investigate the motive and exact sequence of events leading to the crash. Charges are expected to be filed once the investigation concludes. The post Beaten and shot, driver arrested after LA nightclub crash appeared first on
BreakingNews.ie
19-07-2025
- BreakingNews.ie
Dozens injured after car rams into crowd outside Los Angeles nightclub
A car has rammed into a crowd of people waiting to enter a nightclub on a busy street in Los Angeles, injuring 30 and prompting bystanders to attack the driver, authorities said. The driver was later found to have been shot, according to Los Angeles police, who were searching for a suspected gunman who fled the scene. Advertisement It was not immediately clear if the driver had been shot before or after the crash or why he drove into the crowd, a Los Angeles Police Department spokesman said. 23 victims were taken to local hospitals and trauma centres, according to police. A vehicle sits on the pavement after ramming into a crowd of people (Damian Dovarganes/AP) At least three were in a critical condition after being injured along Santa Monica Boulevard in East Hollywood, the Los Angeles City Fire Department said. Fire Captain Adam Van Gerpen said that a queue of people — the majority female — were waiting to enter a nightclub when they were struck by a Nissan Versa that also hit a taco truck and valet stand. Advertisement 'They were all standing in line going into a nightclub. There was a taco cart out there, so they were … getting some food, waiting to go in. And there's also a valet line there,' said Capt Van Gerpen, a public information officer. 'The valet podium was taken out, the taco truck was taken out, and then a large number of people were impacted by the vehicle.' People inside the club came out to help in the minutes before emergency crews arrived to help the victims. The driver, whose gunshot wound was found by paramedics, was taken to a local hospital. Police did not identify him or disclose his condition. Advertisement 'This is under police investigation,' Capt Van Gerpen said. 'This will be a large investigation with the LAPD.' The club, Vermont Hollywood, was hosting a reggae/hip hop event from 10pm to 2am local time, according to its online calendar. A fight had broken out outside the club prior to the incident, according to Maria Medrano, who was working on a food cart outside. Shortly after, Ms Medrano said the car hit a group of people standing outside. Advertisement She said she and her husband, who were both selling hot dogs outside, narrowly escaped after the car struck their stand, crushing it. 'The car stopped once it hit the hot dog stand, it got stuck there,' Ms Medrano told The Associated Press from the hospital. 'If not, I wouldn't be here to tell (the story).' Ms Medrano said she heard what appeared to be gunshots after the crash. 'Everyone started running,' she said. Advertisement
Times
19-07-2025
- Times
LA car crash: dozens injured after vehicle ‘ploughs into crowd'
At least 20 people have been injured in Los Angeles after a car drove into a crowd, according to the city's fire department. As many as five people are in a critical condition, with up to ten also seriously hurt. The incident took place outside a nightclub on West Santa Monica Boulevard in east Hollywood at about 2am local time (10am UK time) on Saturday. The cause of the crash remains unclear, although local officials said the driver may have lost consciousness at the wheel. Photos from the scene show a grey car on the pavement with debris lying on the ground, as well as a large police and fire department presence. The fire department said: 'LAFD is coordinating patient triage and transport at this time.' The majority of patients have been taken to local hospitals, according to Adam Van Gerpen, the fire department spokesman. Van Gerpen added that according to preliminary inquiries, the driver may have lost consciousness and driven into a taco stand before crashing into the crowd. There were also unconfirmed reports of a shooting nearby. Police said they had received a report about gunfire in the area, but it is unclear if this was linked.
The Guardian
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Chris Brown denies further charges over alleged bottle attack at London club
The singer Chris Brown has denied further charges over an alleged bottle attack at a London nightclub. The American musician pleaded not guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm to Abraham Diaw at the Tape venue, a private members' club in Hanover Square, Mayfair, on 19 February 2023. He also denied having an offensive weapon, a bottle, in a public place. His co-defendant, Omololu Akinlolu, a US national, denied assault occasioning actual bodily harm on Friday. They sat side by side in the dock, looking straight ahead during the hearing at Southwark crown court. About 20 fans sat in the public gallery behind the dock, with several gasping as the singer walked into court. A trial lasting five to seven days is due to start on 26 October 2026. Brown denied the more serious charge of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm at a previous hearing. He was able to continue with his scheduled international tour after he was freed on conditional bail in May. The singer had to pay a £5m security fee to the court as part of the bail agreement, designed to ensure he returns to court. The sum may be forfeited if he breaches bail conditions. Brown was arrested at the Lowry hotel in Manchester at 2am on 15 May by Metropolitan police detectives. He is said to have flown to Manchester airport on a private jet in preparation for the UK tour dates. Brown was released from HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Greater Manchester, on 21 May. Shortly after his release from prison, Brown posted an Instagram story referencing his upcoming tour that said: 'FROM THE CAGE TO THE STAGE!!! BREEZYBOWL.'
