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Aug 29, 2008 at 07:46 PM
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Exclusive Photo Blog
Written by Brandon Bowlin, Sentinel Blogger, on 05-29-2008 10:27
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On my way back from a health scare, I come upon a terrible scene. On lock down from about 72nd to Van Ness along the ‘hood artery known as Crenshaw, on the corner of Florence, a six car, six fatality pile up lays out part of what would be a devastating day in South Central.

What’s left of 3 of the cars.

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Trucks and police line...

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From about 73rd and Crenshaw… 

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To Van Ness... 

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Apparently a car ran a light here on the corner of Florence and Crenshaw.

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Intense heat melted light/walk signal.

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Witnesses being questioned by police and firemen. 

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Cars were diverted as far back as 74th.

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Crowd gathers at 73rd and Crenshaw.

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Neighbors talk it over.

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A lone flare cuts off an alley route. 

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The sun sets behind the police line a block back on Florence.

The end of a horrible day.

-brandonbowlin

 

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Users' Comments (3)
Posted by J.M., on 05-30-2008 00:42,
This was horrific. Not many words needed here as the pics tell the somber tale.
 
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Posted by xlngod, on 06-01-2008 12:46,
Prayers to the families of these victims
 
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Posted by Friend of family, on 06-03-2008 18:18,
We are sadden for the tragic loss on that day. The family and myself are still in shock and can not believe that this has happened. Carlos was a good young man, loving son,friend and brother. We will FOREVER miss you.
 
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