Around 12:45 a.m. Saturday, the car was traveling west on Sunset Boulevard and began to turn onto Pacific Coast Highway. It was there that the 21-year-old driver lost control and crashed into people and cars on the shoulder of Sunset.

The crash was so severe, two cars flipped over the small roadside cliff, one landing upside down on the sand and the other ending up in the water.

A 32-year-old woman died at the scene, while six people were taken to the hospital. One person is in serious condition, while five are fair-to-moderate. The driver was arrested for drunk driving, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.



UPDATE: The 32-year-old woman killed was publicly identified Sunday. Ashleigh Lawrence was a Los Angeles resident, according to the Los Angeles County coroner's office. She died at the scene of the accident.

" This was an absolutely brutal crash. A drunk driver in a green charger hit a couple of parked cars on PCH, catapulting them over the side, where they landed on people walking along the water. Last night, I heard there was 1 dead and 1 in critical plus a number of minor injuries. The woman who died was one of those walking along the beach.

The crash happened right at Sunset/PCH.

It's unclear, but I think the pedestrians may have been walking along the shoulder, not on the beach. They were pushed over though."

"The vehicles struck three people who were sitting on the rocks. A 32-year-old woman was declared dead at the scene of the crash, and a 32-year-old woman and 17-year-old boy were taken to a nearby hospital, where they were in stable condition, an LAPD spokesperson said Saturday morning.

News footage showed the two vehicles lying on the beach in Pacific Palisades early Saturday, waves lapping at the wreckage.

The 21-year-old driver of the vehicle that struck the parked cars was arrested and charged with driving under the influence, according to the LAPD. The crash remains under investigation."

From Santa Monica Close Up:

"To celebrate the new ride's opening, Pacific Park treated guests to a free commemorative T-shirt and Sea Dragon-themed cotton candy. And while the ride may be new, its iconic green, scaly exterior remains the same, complete with two lifelike dragon heads that make passengers feel as if they're caught in turbulent waters."

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Get ready to celebrate our beautiful planet in the most epic way possible! The Annual Earth Day beach cleanup event in Venice Beach, CA is just around the corner, and EcoServants is teaming up with our amazing new partner, Earth Angel, to make this year's event the best one yet! This is your chance to join a community of passionate environmentalists and make a real difference in the world!

On April 22nd, we're inviting you to be a part of something truly special. We'll be gathering at our EcoServants canopy by the parking lot and palm trees for a day of action-packed eco-warrior fun! Together with Earth Angel, we'll make a massive impact on the environment, cleaning up the beach and showing the world what we can do when we work together.

But that's not all! As passionate advocates for the environment, EcoServants and Earth Angel deeply appreciate your dedication and support for our cause. So we're pulling out all the stops to make this an unforgettable experience! We'll provide all the necessary equipment such as trash grabbers, gloves, bags, and buckets for our Earth Day beach cleanup. And to keep you energized and motivated throughout the day, we're offering delicious, eco-friendly food and drinks that are carefully curated to align with our values of sustainability and eco-friendliness. Plus, they're the perfect way to connect and network with like-minded individuals who share your passion for the environment!

At EcoServants and Earth Angel, we're committed to promoting sustainability and eco-friendliness in everything we do. That's why we're proud to say that our Annual Earth Day beach cleanup event in Venice Beach, CA will be a shining example of these values. We're using environmentally-friendly packaging and selecting food and drinks that are ethically sourced and have a minimal ecological footprint. By leading by example, we hope to inspire others to follow our lead and make a positive impact on the environment.

So come one, come all, and let's show the world that we can make a real difference! Bring your enthusiasm, bring your passion, and let's work together to keep our beaches clean and healthy! Let's make this Earth Day one to remember!

Saturday, April 22 · 1:30 - 3pm
1500 Ocean Front Walk, Los Angeles, CA 90291

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This is what LA's coastline could have looked like had city planners from the 1950s/60s actually gotten their proposed futurist projects built. Historically these projects were blocked or defunded through protests, environmental concerns, and budget cuts.

The monthly Locals Night Car Show on the Santa Monica Pier.

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From Santa Monica Close Up:

"On Thursday, March 6, 2023, the Los Angeles Police Department impounded an abandoned Class A RV that had been left unattended for several weeks on Main Street in Venice Beach. The RV, a Chaparral by Hallcraft, had reportedly been left by the owner, who may have been hospitalized. In the owner's absence, several individuals had moved into the RV and were squatting in it. Additionally, the RV was found to have expired registration tags and was ticketed accordingly."

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Horny Toad will be preforming at this month's Santa Monica Pier Locals' Night.

Innocnts is having a board release event at Bay Street Boards on Easter Sunday.

Bay Street Boards
3216 Santa Monica Blvd,
Santa Monica, CA 90404, United States

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