Sheriff Alex Villanueva said the range of more serious injuries include head trauma, broken bones and “loss of a limb.” The trainees included recruits for the Sheriff’s Department and several local police agencies. The crash investigation is being handled by the California Highway Patrol and “so far, it appears to be an accident, a freak accident,” Villanueva said.

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CHP Assistant Chief Charlie Sampson said about 75 recruits were running in formation northbound on the road when the southbound vehicle veered into the opposing lane and struck the victims. Story continues below ad Sampson said all possibilities, ranging from a deliberate act to impaired driving, will be investigated. The driver was identified only as a 22-year-old man from suburban Diamond Bar. The sheriff said the driver’s field sobriety test was negative. County Fire Department spokesman Capt. Sheila Kelliher, said the driver also had a minor injury. Current trend

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“Personally, I’m heartbroken,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn, adding that she was focusing on injured cadets getting through it. The crash happened just before 6:30 a.m. in suburban Whittier, home to a training academy. The recruits ran in four columns with two black-and-white radio cars and eight “road wardens” wearing reflective vests, said Capt. Patrick McDonald, the academy’s captain. 2:15 York Regional Police investigate after fatal car, horse crash Deputies received help from a nearby county fire station, but also immediately transported some of the more seriously injured directly to hospitals, potentially saving their lives, said County Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone. Story continues below ad Television news broadcasts from helicopters showed a large fire and ambulance response, an SUV with severe front-end damage resting on a fallen utility pole on a sidewalk, and several people nearby in training uniforms. There was also a 25 mph (40 km/h) speed limit sign nearby. Running shoes and a backpack were strewn around the tent. “Our hearts go out to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s recruits who were injured this morning while training to serve their communities,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a statement. “Jennifer and I send our best wishes for their recovery and stand with their loved ones and colleagues at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department during this difficult time.” © 2022 The Canadian Press