Out-of-control dump truck slams into iconic 'Whisky a Go Go' music venue in West Hollywood
- On the afternoon of Friday, May 9, 2025, a dump truck lost control and collided with the rear of the legendary Whisky a Go Go venue located in West Hollywood.
- The crash occurred when the truck's brakes reportedly failed while driving southbound on Clark Street near Sunset Boulevard, leading it to hit power poles, vehicles, and the building.
- The collision caused a power outage affecting 1,420 customers initially, damaged five vehicles including a USPS truck, and forced cancellation of the scheduled concert by Boy Hits Car.
- Los Angeles County fire officials confirmed no injuries occurred, crews worked to restore power, and the venue announced refunds and plans to reopen soon after the incident.
- The crash disrupted a historic venue pivotal to Los Angeles' music scene, with the band and staff acknowledging the cancellation and emphasizing the resilience typical of live rock events.
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Dump Truck Crashes Into Iconic Whisky a Go Go Music Venue on Sunset Strip
A dump truck slammed into the iconic Whisky a Go Go music venue in West Hollywood, Calif., on Friday afternoon (May 9). Los Angeles County fire officials said the crash occurred around 1:40 p.m. and involved five vehicles, according to ABC 7. The truck also struck a power pole, cutting electricity to a block surrounding the famed Sunset Strip landmark. No serious injuries were reported. “Due to the traffic collision, some power has been affe…
Dump truck crashes into Whisky a Go Go club
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Garbage truck crashes into Whisky a Go Go ahead of Boy Hits Car gig
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