A hit-and-run incident involving three vehicles occurred today on the northbound Interstate 405 at the El Segundo Boulevard on-ramp in Hawthorne, California. The collision took place around 7:17 AM and involved a black Ford Crown Victoria, which is suspected to be the vehicle that fled the scene, along with a tan or gold Toyota Camry and a Toyota RAV4.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident. Both parties involved in the collision declined medical assistance, indicating that they were not seriously harmed. Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol and the Los Angeles County Fire Department, responded promptly to the scene to manage the situation.
The collision rendered both the Toyota Camry and the Toyota RAV4 undriveable, necessitating the involvement of a tow truck to remove the vehicles from the roadway. The tow truck was called to the scene shortly after the incident was reported, ensuring that the vehicles were cleared quickly to minimize traffic disruption.
Traffic on the northbound Interstate 405 was impacted as emergency responders worked to address the situation. The on-ramp from El Segundo Boulevard was temporarily closed while the vehicles were towed away, but the incident was resolved without any further complications.
Witnesses reported seeing the black Ford Crown Victoria leave the scene shortly after the collision, prompting an investigation by the California Highway Patrol. Authorities are urging anyone with additional information about the incident to come forward to assist in identifying the driver of the suspect vehicle.
As the investigation continues, drivers are advised to exercise caution in the area and to be aware of potential delays as the aftermath of the incident is cleared. The California Highway Patrol is committed to ensuring the safety of all motorists on the road and will continue to monitor the situation closely.