Suspect Crashes Into Metro Bus After Police Chase in LA's Westlake District

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A police pursuit ended in a violent crash between a suspect's vehicle and a Metro bus in the Westlake District of Los Angeles on Friday morning, leaving six people injured, two of them seriously. The incident began with a burglary call and led to a chase that culminated in the collision at the intersection of Bixel and Sixth streets.

Why it matters

High-speed police chases through urban areas can pose significant risks to public safety, leading to serious injuries and property damage. This incident highlights the need for law enforcement to carefully weigh the dangers of pursuits against the potential benefits, and for cities to explore ways to improve traffic safety and reduce the frequency of such dangerous encounters.

The details

According to authorities, the crash occurred when the suspect's vehicle struck a Metro Line 720 bus that was traveling eastbound on Sixth Street at the Bixel Street intersection. Two unrestrained occupants of the suspect's vehicle were seriously injured and taken to the hospital, along with two bus passengers who suffered less serious injuries. An LAPD officer and the bus operator also sustained minor injuries.

• The incident was linked to a burglary call just before noon near Miramar and Third streets, just a few blocks from the crash site.
• The collision occurred on Friday, February 13, 2026.

What’s next

Authorities are investigating the circumstances that led to the pursuit and the collision, and will likely review policies around vehicle pursuits to determine if any changes are needed to improve public safety.