STUDIO CITY, CA – A tragic accident unfolded at a Studio City private school on Wednesday, claiming the life of a 15-year-old student and leaving several others injured. The incident occurred during the busy after-school pickup period, as parents and siblings gathered to collect students.
The young boy was reportedly walking towards his father’s car when he was caught between two SUVs. The driver of a green electric SUV, there to pick up her younger sister, accidentally rear-ended another vehicle, pinning the teenager between the cars.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene at Campbell Hall, where they found the boy critically injured. Despite being transported to a nearby hospital, he succumbed to his injuries. Witnesses say the boy’s father was present and witnessed the tragic event.
In the aftermath, a crisis response team, dispatched by the mayor’s office, arrived at both the school and the hospital to provide support to those affected. Students and staff were visibly shaken as they came to terms with the loss of a fellow student during what should have been a routine school day.
The private school, known for its rigorous academic schedule, was bustling with activity at the time of the accident. The news of the tragedy spread quickly among the community, with many expressing shock and sadness over the incident.
Five others sustained minor injuries due to a chain reaction of fender benders in the carpool lane caused by the initial crash. As students were preparing to leave, the sudden commotion left many in disbelief.
Police have confirmed that the collision was accidental, with no charges filed against the young woman driving the green SUV. Authorities have been clear that the crash was unintended, and no citations have been issued.
In response to the tragedy, the school has canceled classes and finals for the following day, although the campus will remain open for those wishing to gather and mourn. Counselors will be available to offer support to grieving students, parents, and community members.