Fatal collision between Metro bus and bicyclist in South LA
A tragic incident occurred in South Los Angeles on Friday when a bicyclist was fatally struck by a Metro bus. According to Metro officials, the cyclist was hit after running a red light at the intersection of Compton Avenue and East Imperial Highway in the Watts neighborhood at around 4:30 p.m. The collision took place as the cyclist crossed paths with the southbound Metro bus. Following the accident, the injured person was rushed to the hospital where they later passed away. Detailed footage from the scene depicted the bike trapped beneath the bus upon impact. The identity and gender of the cyclist have not been disclosed by authorities. A spokesperson for Metro expressed their sympathies to the cyclist's loved ones and assured that the California Highway Patrol will conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.
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