A hit-and-run collision occurred early this morning on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near the Telegraph Road on-ramp in Commerce, CA. The incident, which involved two vehicles—a blue Mercedes and a Jaguar—was reported at approximately 2:51 AM.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the driver of the blue Mercedes fled the scene immediately after the collision, heading northbound on the freeway. Emergency services responded promptly, managing traffic and ensuring the safety of all involved. The Jaguar sustained significant damage and was deemed undriveable, requiring a tow truck for removal from the scene.
Witnesses indicated that the Mercedes attempted to maneuver to the right side of the road but ended up partially blocking the slow lanes. The driver and passenger doors of the Mercedes were left open, raising concerns about potential injuries to those involved. Although no specific injuries have been reported, the nature of the incident suggests that there may have been injuries to the parties involved.
By 3:10 AM, emergency personnel had set up flares and were directing traffic to minimize disruption on the busy freeway. The California Highway Patrol confirmed that they were actively searching for the driver who fled the scene, but no detailed description of the individual was provided.
Traffic control measures remained in place until the situation was resolved, with the Jaguar successfully towed from the area shortly after 3:05 AM. The incident underscores the importance of road safety and the responsibilities of drivers involved in collisions.
Motorists are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. The California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the incident and urges anyone with information to come forward.