India, July 19 -- A vehicle ploughed into a crowd in East Hollywood, leaving over 28 people injured, the Los Angeles Fire Department said on Saturday.

According to officials, up to five people are in critical condition, 8-10 sustained serious injuries, and another 10-15 are in fair condition.ABC News cited a fire department official as saying that initial investigations suggest the driver may have lost consciousness before ploughing into a large crowd outside a nightclub.

However, this information could not be independently confirmed.

The incident took place near several major Hollywood landmarks, including Sunset Boulevard and the Walk of Fame - the famed sidewalk featuring stars honouring icons of the film industry.

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