A motorcycle and car collided on the northbound side of Interstate 5 in Commerce, CA, early today, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The incident occurred just south of Washington Boulevard at approximately 12:48 AM.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision involved two vehicles: a motorcycle and a car. Following the crash, the motorcycle rider fled the scene on foot. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of injuries to either the rider or the driver of the car. The motorcycle was found on the right shoulder of the highway, while the car was safely pulled over to the side.
Emergency services arrived promptly, within ten minutes of the initial report, to manage the situation. A tow truck was requested shortly after the incident was reported to assist with the vehicles involved. By 1:30 AM, all units had cleared the scene, and the situation was resolved without further complications.
Witnesses noted that a shoe was seen in the lane of traffic, suggesting that the rider may have left personal belongings behind during their escape. The California Highway Patrol confirmed that the motorcycle rider was last seen running southbound on the right shoulder of the freeway.
Despite the collision, no significant traffic delays were reported, and the roadway was cleared quickly to ensure the safety of other motorists. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, particularly focusing on identifying the motorcycle rider.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the potential consequences of leaving the scene of a collision. The California Highway Patrol encourages anyone with information about the motorcycle rider to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.