A fatal car collision in Long Beach that resulted in the death of a local woman has pressed the community to call for action on road safety. According to the Long Beach Police Department, the accident happened on March 8 when a 2022 Chrysler 300 collided with a 2010 Pontiac G6 at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Harding Street.
The initial report indicates that the Chrysler, driven by a male, was traveling at a high rate of speed. It crashed into the Pontiac as it was making a turn, the impact sending both vehicles into a nearby sign and wall. Both drivers were quickly transported to a local hospital for treatment of their injuries. However, it wasn't until nearly a month later that the female driver of the Pontiac, identified as 58-year-old Long Beach resident Kay Lynn Dehorney, succumbed to her injuries on Sunday.
As the Long Beach community mourns the loss of Dehorney, questions about traffic speeds and street safety have inevitably arisen. While the investigation by LBPD's Collision Investigation Detail is ongoing, detectives have pointed to speed as a primary factor. Anyone who may have information about this accident is being urged to come forward and help piece together the moments leading up to the tragedy.
Witnesses or people with relevant information about the crash can reach out to Detective Kevin Johansen at the LBPD by calling (562) 570-7355, and anonymous tips can also be submitted through "LA Crime Stoppers" by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), using the "P3 TIPS" app, or by visiting their website.
