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Mom Killed by LAPD Cruiser Responding to Party
4 Nov
Summary
- A 32-year-old mother was fatally struck by an LAPD cruiser.
- The police vehicle was responding to a large, unruly Halloween party.
- An investigation into the fatal collision is currently underway.
On the night of October 31st, a 32-year-old woman, identified as Kristine Poulos, was tragically killed when she was struck by an Los Angeles Police Department cruiser. The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. in the San Fernando Valley as the police vehicle was responding to a disorderly Halloween party attended by approximately 300 people, where shots had been fired.
The police cruiser, reportedly with its lights and sirens activated, was en route to provide backup when it collided with Ms. Poulos in a marked crosswalk. Emergency services responded to the scene, but she was pronounced deceased shortly after. Fortunately, no officers were injured in the collision.
The LAPD's Multi-Disciplinary Collision Investigation Team is investigating the circumstances of the fatal crash. Ms. Poulos' daughter has organized a GoFundMe campaign to help cover funeral expenses, noting the profound devastation her mother's loss has caused the family.
