GARDENA, CA. (THECOUNT) — Gardena Police Officer Toshio Hirai has died in the hospital following a Wednesday motorcycle morning crash, officials announced Thursday.
Hirai, 34, died following a collision that occurred as he rode his police motorcycle to work.
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According to reports, the collision occurred in Los Angeles near W 238th St, and S Western Ave, in Los Angeles, CA, around 7:30 a.m.
The other driver was a 17-year-old girl who stopped at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Neither drugs nor alcohol were suspected as factors in the crash.
He leaves behind a wife and young son.
“Toshio was one of the smartest people in the room,” the department said in a written statement. “He spoke five languages, loved life, had the best sense of humor. He worked hard for our community. Most of all he absolutely loved and cherished his wife and 2-year-old son.” source
This story will be update if any additional information is provided.