A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 at Sheldon Street in Los Angeles, CA, resulting in one reported injury. The incident, which involved three vehicles, began at approximately 9:11 AM when emergency services were alerted to the scene.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the collision involved a silver Chevrolet SUV, a gray pickup truck, and another vehicle. The silver Chevrolet SUV, driven by a father, was blocking the high-occupancy vehicle lane, while the gray pickup truck was found on the right shoulder of the highway. The CHP confirmed that there were two separate collisions occurring at the same time.
Emergency responders, including units from the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), arrived shortly after the initial report to manage the situation. The father in the silver Chevrolet SUV was reported injured, although the extent of his injuries has not been disclosed. Fortunately, there were no additional injuries reported among the other drivers involved.
Traffic was impacted as emergency services worked to clear the scene, but the situation was effectively managed, and units were cleared by 9:36 AM. The final disposition of the vehicles involved in the collision is not explicitly stated, but it is likely that a tow truck was called to remove the vehicles from the roadway to ensure the safe flow of traffic.
Motorists traveling on southbound Interstate 5 should remain cautious and aware of potential delays in the area as the aftermath of the collision is addressed. The CHP continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident to determine the cause and any contributing factors.
As always, drivers are reminded to stay alert and drive safely to prevent accidents on California roadways.