Several critically injured after the vehicle driven in the crowd say emergency services

At least 20 people were injured after a vehicle had entered the crowd of Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Fire Service (LAFD).

Up to five people were critically injured and up to 10 were in serious condition, emergency services said.

The incident happened at 2:00 local time (09:00 GMT) in East Hollywood.

Photos from the scene show a gray car on a sidewalk with debris strewn on the ground and a large police presence.