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In a chilling incident captured on video, a driver in Los Angeles intentionally plowed into a crowd outside a nightclub, leaving at least 30 people injured. The shocking events unfolded early Saturday morning, around 2 a.m., when the suspect, reportedly kicked out of the venue, made a U-turn onto the sidewalk. His vehicle struck a food cart before halting at a light pole. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic and horrifying, with bystanders pulling the driver from the car and physically confronting him, which included a gunshot being fired at the suspect as he attempted to flee. Local authorities have identified the man as 29-year-old Fernando Ramirez, who sustained injuries from the gunshot and is now in police custody facing multiple charges, including assault with a deadly weapon.
The surreal footage released by law enforcement shows the terrifying moments as the car careened towards a gathering of unsuspecting patrons. Despite the chaos, authorities stated it is a miracle that no fatalities were reported from this incident. The police are conducting an investigation while several victims are expected to recover from their injuries. The LAPD spokesperson emphasized the gravity of the situation, noting that the actions of the driver could have resulted in a far more tragic outcome. The incident has drawn significant public attention, raising concerns about safety in nightlife areas.
