A hit-and-run incident involving three vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 405, near the Interstate 710 South connector in Long Beach, CA. The collision happened around 2:34 PM when a green semi-truck switched lanes without signaling, resulting in a crash with a blue Jeep and a white Pontiac Trans Am.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported in this incident. The blue Jeep and the white Pontiac Trans Am came to a stop on the right shoulder of the highway, while the driver of the semi-truck fled the scene, leading to a hit-and-run situation. The whereabouts of the semi-truck remain unknown, as it exited the freeway shortly after the collision.
Emergency services responded quickly, with multiple units dispatched to the scene. By 3:14 PM, the situation was assessed and the scene was cleared, allowing traffic to resume normal flow. The prompt response from the California Highway Patrol and other emergency responders helped minimize the impact on traffic.
Witnesses indicated that the semi-truck driver failed to use a turn signal while changing lanes, directly causing the collision with the other vehicles. The blue Jeep and white Pontiac Trans Am were left facing west on the shoulder of the highway.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the semi-truck or its driver to come forward. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the serious consequences of reckless behavior on the road.
As the investigation continues, the California Highway Patrol is working diligently to gather more details about the hit-and-run and locate the driver responsible. Motorists are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity they may observe on the road.