3 Dead, Multiple Injured After Car Crashes Into LA Grocery Store

Authorities say the incident was an unintentional accident, not an intentional act.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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At least three people were killed and multiple others injured on Thursday after a vehicle crashed into a 99 Ranch Market grocery store in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles. The driver, an elderly female, struck a bicyclist before unintentionally losing control of her Toyota Prius and crashing into the store, according to police.

Why it matters

Tragic accidents like this one highlight the need for improved safety measures and traffic management, especially in densely populated urban areas with high pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The incident also raises questions about elderly driver safety and the responsibilities of businesses to protect customers from potential hazards.

The details

The crash occurred around noon when the silver sedan crashed through the front windows of the 99 Ranch Market, an Asian supermarket chain, and into the bakery section where customers were present. Firefighters had to move the car to free several trapped victims before providing triage and treatment. Three people - two men aged 55 and 30, and a 42-year-old woman - were pronounced dead at the scene, while four others were transported to local hospitals.

  • The crash was reported around noon on Thursday, February 6, 2026.

The players

99 Ranch Market

An Asian supermarket chain where the incident occurred.

Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD)

The fire department that responded to the scene and provided triage and treatment.

Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)

The police department that is investigating the incident and has identified the driver as an elderly female.

Karen Bass

The Mayor of Los Angeles who commented on the incident and said the Mayor's Crisis Response Team was en route to provide support and resources.

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What they’re saying

“The incident is unintentional, and it's just an unfortunate accident.”

— Anthony Espinoza, LAPD Captain (Xinhua)

“I'm asking all Angelenos to avoid the area as the investigation into this tragic incident is ongoing.”

— Karen Bass, Mayor of Los Angeles (X)

What’s next

The LAPD will continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and the city will likely review safety measures and traffic management in the area to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The takeaway

This tragic accident highlights the need for improved safety measures and traffic management, especially in densely populated urban areas with high pedestrian and vehicle traffic. It also raises questions about elderly driver safety and the responsibilities of businesses to protect customers from potential hazards.