"This s- is fire bro," the streamer says in the background. But excitement quickly turns to horror as the driver suddenly turns into the crowd, running over people. The crowd swarms the car, people begin jumping on the front windshield, the video shows. "There's still a guy under it," the streamer shouts. This aggressive display of recklessness during the street takeover ultimately led to injuries and a police investigation.
Sgt. Matt Sutter, a public information officer with the Anaheim Police Department, said the victims were both 19 years old, one from the city of Orange and other from Lancaster. The two suffered cuts, scrapes and broken bones, but are conscious and are still at the hospital in stable condition.
Street takeovers have become popular in Southern California since at least the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns and have drawn the ire of public officials and community members as they've continually proved deadly. These events showcase not just the thrill-seeking behavior of participants but also the significant risks to public safety.
Police said that the driver fled the scene before they arrived, but using social media footage and other tips, they identified the suspected driver as Hassan Hamid Ali. The 20-year-old Torrance man was arrested Sunday night and was booked on suspicion of felony hit and run and misdemeanor exhibition of speed.
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