A hit-and-run incident involving three vehicles occurred today at the Interstate 105 West and Long Beach Boulevard off-ramp in Lynwood, CA. The collision, which took place around 9:11 PM, involved a black 2016 Nissan Altima and two Nissan Sentras, one of which was white and the other silver. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Following the collision, the driver of one of the Nissan Sentras fled the scene. The black Nissan Altima was rendered non-drivable and was blocking the right lane of the off-ramp, necessitating the dispatch of tow trucks to clear the vehicles. Emergency services responded promptly to the situation, ensuring that traffic was managed effectively.
At approximately 9:50 PM, authorities were notified that the black Nissan Altima was obstructing traffic. The vehicle's owner confirmed that it could not be driven, leading to the request for a tow truck. By 10:15 PM, two tow trucks had arrived to assist with the removal of all three vehicles involved in the incident.
The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the hit-and-run and is seeking information from the public regarding the fleeing driver. No description of the driver or their vehicle has been made available at this time.
Traffic flow was temporarily impacted during the incident, but the situation was resolved without any reported injuries. All vehicles involved in the collision were successfully towed from the scene, allowing for the reopening of the right lane on the off-ramp.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the responsibilities of drivers involved in accidents. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation and encourages drivers to remain vigilant while on the road.