A multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 405 South in Los Angeles, CA, today resulted in injuries and significant traffic disruptions. The incident, which involved three vehicles—a black Mercedes, a white Mercedes, and a white Chevrolet Trailblazer—occurred at approximately 8:23 AM.
Emergency services were alerted shortly after the collision, leading to the closure of the two left lanes by 8:24 AM. Responders found that the driver of the black Mercedes was unresponsive, while a passenger in the white Mercedes sustained a head injury. The Los Angeles Fire Department was dispatched to provide medical assistance.
By 8:57 AM, a SIGALERT was issued, indicating that the left two lanes would remain closed for approximately 30 minutes due to the ongoing emergency response. This caused significant traffic delays as vehicles were rerouted around the blockage. The California Highway Patrol worked diligently to manage the scene and ensure the safety of all involved.
The last unit from the Los Angeles Fire Department cleared the scene at 9:56 AM, following the arrival of a tow truck to assist with the removal of the vehicles. The California Highway Patrol officially closed the incident report at 9:16 AM. Shortly thereafter, at 9:29 AM, the SIGALERT was canceled, and all lanes were reopened to traffic.
While the report does not specify the final status of the vehicles involved, it is likely that they were towed due to the nature of the incident. The prompt response from emergency services ensured that the situation was resolved efficiently, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow.
Motorists are reminded to exercise caution while driving and to be aware of their surroundings to prevent similar incidents on the road.