Burglary Suspects Crash Into LA Metro Bus

Several injured after suspects fleeing police collide with public transit vehicle in Westlake District

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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A group of burglary suspects fleeing police crashed into a Los Angeles Metro bus in the Westlake District on Friday, leaving several people injured. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that 9 people were hurt in the collision, with 4 taken to the hospital. The suspects were apprehended by police after the crash.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers that can arise when suspects attempt to evade law enforcement, putting innocent bystanders at risk. It also raises questions about police pursuit protocols and the safety of public transit in high-crime urban areas.

The details

According to authorities, the crash occurred around 11:56 a.m. near the intersection of West Sixth Street and South Bixel Street. The burglary suspects were being followed by LAPD officers, but police said they were not in active pursuit when the suspects crashed into the Metro bus. Two men from the suspect vehicle were taken to the hospital in unknown condition, while an LAPD officer and a bus passenger were transported with fair injuries.

  • The crash occurred around 11:56 a.m. on Friday, February 14, 2026.
  • Police were conducting surveillance on the suspects prior to the collision.

The players

Los Angeles Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that was conducting surveillance on the burglary suspects prior to the crash.

Los Angeles Metro

The public transportation agency that operates the bus that was struck by the fleeing suspects.

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What’s next

Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and the circumstances surrounding the burglary that led to the police pursuit and subsequent crash.

The takeaway

This crash underscores the need for robust protocols and training to minimize the risks to public safety when law enforcement is engaged in the pursuit of suspects, as well as the importance of ensuring the security and resilience of public transit systems in high-crime urban areas.