Three people were killed and several others injured after a vehicle struck pedestrians and parked cars late Saturday night in Oakland, according to local authorities.
The crash happened around 11:15 p.m. near the intersection of International Boulevard and 85th Avenue, officials said.
Driver Allegedly Speeding Before Crash
According to the Oakland Police Department, investigators believe the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed northbound on 85th Avenue before turning onto International Boulevard.
Police said the vehicle then crashed into a parked car and multiple pedestrians in the area.
Three pedestrians died at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the victims’ identities.
Several Others Hospitalized
Three additional people were transported to local hospitals, with injuries ranging from critical to stable condition, officials said.
The driver — identified as a juvenile — was also hospitalized and later arrested in connection with the crash.
The Oakland Fire Department said emergency crews responded quickly to the chaotic scene, where multiple victims required medical attention.
Investigation Ongoing
Police are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash. Authorities said it remains unclear whether alcohol or drugs played a role in the incident.
The investigation is ongoing. For more details on this tragedy, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.