Los Angeles, CA (February 28, 2026) – A 37-year-old man died early Thursday morning, February 26, in a DUI crash in Los Angeles’ Newton neighborhood. The incident happened around 2:10 a.m. According to authorities, the pedestrian was heading south on 9th Street at Towne Avenue when a red Nissan Kicks drove up. Investigators stated that the vehicle, operated by 22-year-old Orlando Larios, was moving eastbound in the westbound lanes of 9th Street at the time it hit the pedestrian. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, where the man was declared dead. Larios was taken into custody in relation to the deadly crash. The victim’s identity has not yet been disclosed. Officials are still probing the reason behind the accident. We extend our sympathies to the family and friends of the victim. How Wrong-Way Driving Heightens the Danger of Severe Collisions. Driving the wrong way can lead to abrupt and hazardous scenarios, particularly at night. Drivers going the wrong way against traffic can catch others off guard, as they don’t anticipate a vehicle approaching from that direction. Nighttime conditions with poor visibility and lighter traffic can further add to roadway confusion. When a vehicle enters oncoming lanes, pedestrians and other drivers may have little time to react. Crashes from wrong-way driving frequently lead to severe consequences because of the unexpected impact angle. Examining road markings, signs, and drivers’ behaviors can help explain how these incidents happen.
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