A hit-and-run incident involving two vehicles occurred late last night on Interstate 5 South near East Washington Boulevard in Commerce, CA. The collision, which took place shortly after midnight, resulted in confirmed injuries and prompted a rapid response from emergency services.
The sequence of events began when a black Tesla was blocking a lane on the highway. Shortly thereafter, a blue Toyota was seen reversing in the area, leading to a collision with the Tesla. Emergency responders were called to the scene to assist those injured in the incident.
Upon arrival, emergency personnel assessed the situation and provided medical assistance to the injured parties. Both vehicles involved were determined to be undriveable and required towing. A tow truck was requested to facilitate their removal from the roadway.
The California Highway Patrol confirmed that the situation was managed effectively, ensuring that all parties received the necessary help. While the initial report indicated injuries, later updates clarified that there were no serious injuries reported. However, the incident did cause significant disruption on the highway, with emergency services working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. The CHP is dedicated to ensuring the safety of all motorists on California highways and will take appropriate action against those involved in hit-and-run situations.
Motorists traveling through Commerce, CA, are reminded to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to avoid similar incidents. The CHP emphasizes the importance of remaining at the scene of an accident and reporting any incidents to the authorities immediately.