Speeding Vehicles Crash in Burbank, Killing Driver

BURBANK (CNS) - Excessive speed may have triggered a two-vehicle crash in Burbank that killed one motorist, authorities said Sunday.

The crash occurred at about 11:15 p.m. Saturday on Vanowen Street, just west of Hollywood Way, according to Sgt. Stephen Turner of the Burbank Police Department.

A white Toyota Corolla and a white Scion were speeding eastbound on Vanowen and collided as they approached Hollywood Way, careening into an electrical pole and fire hydrant, Turner said.

Officers arriving at the scene located a motorist in the roadway who had been ejected from the Scion. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The motorist in the Corolla suffered moderate injuries and was treated at the location by paramedics.

"The driver of the Corolla remained at the scene and was interviewed by traffic investigators," Turner said. "At this time, it is unknown whether drugs or alcohol were factors in this collision. Preliminary, it appears unsafe speed is likely a contributing factor."

Traffic detectives urged anyone with information about the crash to call them at 818-238-3103. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 800-222- 8477 or send tips to lacrimestoppers.org.