On Tuesday May 14th, at approximately 10:55 AM, a Traffic Collision vehicle vs. power pole occurred in the community of Tarzana, California. A black 1995 BMW was traveling westbound Burbank Blvd east of Reseda Blvd at a high rate of speed when it lost control, ran off the roadway and collided with the curb, a chain link fence, and a power pole. The driver was pronounced dead at scene by paramedics.
The name of the male driver has not been released pending next of kin notification.
Anyone with information about this collision is asked to contact Valley Traffic Division Detectives, Detective Hawn at (818) 644-8025. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on "webtips" and follow the prompts.
Detective I Kevin Hawn, Serial No. 36724
Valley Traffic Division Detectives
818-644-8025
OR
Detective III Bustos, Serial No. 25029
Officer-In-Charge, Valley Traffic Division Detectives
818-644-8021
