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Lawsuit alleges boy suffered skull fracture, brain damage after errant throw at Angel Stadium

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A 6-year-old boy suffered a fractured cranium and mind injury when he was by chance hit by a baseball thrown by a Los Angeles Angels participant who was warming up earlier than a recreation on the group’s house stadium in 2019, in accordance with a lawsuit introduced Thursday that blames the damage on the group’s negligence.

The lawsuit by the boy’s mom Beatrice Galaz stated the group ought to have extra netting alongside the aspect of the sector and gamers shouldn’t throw balls throughout warmups in areas the place spectators may very well be struck, particularly when the group is encouraging followers to reach early to attempt to meet gamers.

On Sept. 15, 2019, her son Bryson was strolling together with his father within the first row of stadium seating towards the dugout, the place gamers had been assembly followers and signing autographs greater than an hour and a half earlier than the sport, the lawsuit stated. He was struck on the aspect of the pinnacle when pitcher Keynan Middleton, who was warming up on the sector, threw a ball towards one other Angels participant who missed the catch.

Bryson was rushed to the emergency room in crucial situation and despatched to a kids’s hospital for monitoring for two 1/2 days, stated Kyle Scott, the household’s lawyer. Since then, Bryson has finished effectively academically however has difficulties paying consideration and with social interplay, and medical exams present irregular mind exercise, which raises considerations about his longer-term improvement, Scott stated.

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“We had been relieved that he survived, however since that day he has struggled in class,” Galaz, of Anaheim, stated in an announcement launched Thursday. “He’s merely not the identical.”

The Angels declined to touch upon the litigation.

“No events have reached out to us concerning this lawsuit,” stated Angels spokesperson Marie Garvey. “We’ve got solely been made conscious of this by the media, so we’re unable to remark presently.”

The lawsuit filed April 1 was introduced on opening day for Main League Baseball at a information convention close to Angel Stadium, the place the Angels had been as a consequence of host the Houston Astros later within the day.

Getting a baseball at an MLB recreation is a signature occasion for any fan however it could include a price. Whereas very uncommon, followers generally undergo critical accidents from balls and even bats that fly into the stands. Angel Stadium and different main league parks have expanded protecting netting in recent times to extend security.

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In 2015, MLB inspired groups to have netting or screens that reach in a semi-circle between the ends of the dugouts closest to house plate. That push elevated in 2017, and by opening day 2018, all 30 ballparks had netting that reached at the least that far.

On the finish of 2019, the league stated some groups would prolong the netting. That’s the identical yr a 79-year-old girl died 4 days after being hit within the head by a foul ball that sailed over protecting netting at Dodger Stadium. It was believed to be the primary foul ball dying at an MLB stadium since 1970, when one other Dodger Stadium fan was killed.

Scott, the household’s legal professional, stated since Bryson’s damage, Angel Stadium has prolonged netting a piece past the dugout however that might not have prevented the accident. Extending it farther down the foul line and having gamers heat up removed from spectators may have made a distinction, he stated.

“It was negligent for Defendants to have their pitcher Keynan Middleton heat up and put together for the scheduled recreation by throwing at a excessive velocity outdoors of the bullpen and in an space the place an errant throw may strike a spectator akin to Plaintiff,” the lawsuit stated.

Middleton, who will not be a goal of this lawsuit, left the Angels as a free agent after the 2020 season when the membership declined to supply him a brand new contract. He’s pitching within the Arizona Diamondbacks’ minor league system.

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After the incident, Middleton went over to verify on a crying Bryson and the group known as for assist. An Angels official adopted up with an e mail however when the household requested assist with medical payments nobody replied, Scott stated.

The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages and protection of medical prices and lack of future earnings.

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Alleged street takeover crash leaves woman dead in South Los Angeles 

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Alleged street takeover crash leaves woman dead in South Los Angeles 

A woman was killed after a collision involving vehicles leaving a reported street takeover in L.A.’s Willowbrook neighborhood. 

According to preliminary information, the crash occurred shortly before 1 a.m. Saturday at El Segundo Boulevard and South Central Avenue. 

At least one of the vehicles involved was associated with a street takeover convoy that was leaving the area, witnesses said. 

Video taken shortly after the crash obtained by KTLA shows a wrecked black Infiniti sedan that had come to rest on a sidewalk along South Central Boulevard; the other vehicle involved, a black Scion hatchback, sustained heavy damage and was found at the corner of El Segundo and South Central. 

The victim is an unidentified woman, stringer service RMGNews reported. It is not known if she was associated with the alleged street takeover. 

It also remains unclear if there were any injuries or if any arrests were made.

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KTLA has reached out to law enforcement for more information but have yet to hear back.

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UCLA student sexually assaulted in dorm room, suspect at large

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UCLA student sexually assaulted in dorm room, suspect at large

A suspect remains at large after a student was sexually assaulted while she was sleeping in her dorm room at the University of California, Los Angeles.

The incident happened early Friday at around 2:40 a.m. as the female student was sleeping in her room located in the Saxon Suites, according to the UCLA Police Department.

The suspect entered the student’s room and sexually assaulted her while she was in bed, officials said. He then ran out of the building and fled the area in an unknown direction.

The suspect is described as a white male in his 30s. He has a heavy set build, a curly beard and was last seen wearing all-black clothing and a beanie.

  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • A UCLA Police Department patrol car seen on the University of California, Los Angeles campus. (KTLA)
  • UCLA Police Department patrol cars are seen on the University of California, Los Angeles campus. (KTLA)
  • Students participating in an activity near Royce Hall on the UCLA campus on March 11, 2020. (Robyn Beck / AFP / Getty Images)
  • Students walk through the UCLA campus in Westwood. (Credit: Los Angeles Times)
  • An undated file photo shows the UCLA campus. The UCLA Foundation has announced a $5-million gift for scholarships, COVID-19 emergency support, mental health services and other student needs. (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times)

It’s unclear how the man was able to enter the dorm room or the building. The victim was medically treated at the scene.

Students were alerted of the assault Friday morning and many said they now feel uneasy.

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“They sent the police report saying a girl was assaulted while sleeping which is very frightening, especially for me as a young woman,” said Chantal de la Cruz, a UCLA student. “I’ve been living here for a year and the [crime] reports we usually get are burglary reports and they’re outside of the campus, so this is a huge shock for everybody. A lot of students don’t feel safe.”

Tips from UCLA police to stay safe on campus include:

  • Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
  • Report any suspicious activity to the police
  • Do not leave doors to buildings propped open
  • Secure your residence by locking all windows and doors
  • Avoid poorly lit or deserted areas when walking at night
  • Utilize the UCLA Safe Ride Service and UCPD CSO evening escorts
  • Callin 911 for emergencies or UCLA PD’s 24-hour line at 310-825-1491

The incident remains under investigation.

Anyone with information on the case is urged to call UCLAPD at 310-825-1491. Anonymous tips can be provided by calling 310-794-5824.

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Hit-and-run suspect arrested after shooting at officers during Anaheim pursuit 

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Hit-and-run suspect arrested after shooting at officers during Anaheim pursuit 

A hit-and-run suspect was arrested after reportedly shooting at officers during a pursuit in Anaheim Friday.

The suspect was identified as Milton Urquiza Cruz, 31, of San Pedro, according to the Anaheim Police Department.

At around 3:45 p.m., an officer witnessed Cruz involved in a hit-and-run crash. As the officer tried to pull Cruz over, he refused to stop and sped away, leading police on a pursuit.

During the chase, Cruz struck a patrol vehicle and pointed a firearm at the officer who was following him, authorities said.

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Officers opened fire on Cruz in the parking lot of a McDonald’s restaurant located in the 1100 block of North State College Boulevard.

Cruz was not hit and continued driving away. A second officer-involved shooting occurred on State College Boulevard near the 91 freeway.

The suspect was still not deterred and continued driving away until a PIT maneuver in the 2800 block of East Virginia Street finally stopped his vehicle.

Cruz was taken into custody at the scene. Neither the suspect nor any officers were struck by gunfire and a firearm was later recovered from Cruz’s vehicle, police said.

Cruz was arrested on multiple charges including:

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  • Assault on a peace officer
  • Possession of a firearm by a felon or prohibited person
  • Possession of ammunition by a felon or prohibited person
  • Felony evading
  • Misdemeanor hit-and-run
  • Felony arrest warrant

The incident remains under investigation by homicide detectives. Following the investigation, the case “will be presented to the Orange County District Attorney’s Office to determine if the officers’ actions were lawful,” officials said.

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