A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 405 (I-405) near Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles, CA. The incident was reported around 7:40 PM and involved a grey Cadillac sedan and a white vehicle, which blocked the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane, causing significant traffic disruptions.
Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and control the flow of traffic. Initially, all lanes were stopped just south of Santa Monica Boulevard, leading to delays and congestion for evening commuters. Tow services were requested to assist with the vehicles involved, indicating that one or both vehicles may have required towing.
By 8:31 PM, a police unit confirmed that all lanes were reopened, easing the traffic backup that had formed during the incident. However, the HOV lane and the number one lane remained closed for a period while the situation was being addressed.
Motorists traveling on I-405 should remain cautious and expect residual delays in the area as traffic returns to normal. This traffic incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the impact that collisions can have on evening traffic conditions.