A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the Bellflower Intersection to westbound Interstate 105 (I-105 W) in Downey, CA. The incident, which involved a grey Mercedes C230 and an unknown vehicle, led to significant lane stoppages and traffic delays during the early morning hours.
Emergency response units were dispatched to the scene shortly after the collision was reported at approximately 2:11 AM. The unknown vehicle was blocking the middle lanes, while the grey Mercedes was positioned on the roadside. Traffic management efforts were initiated to control the situation and alleviate congestion for morning commuters.
As emergency crews worked to clear the scene, all lanes were temporarily stopped just west of Bellflower Boulevard, resulting in increased traffic backup in the area. Tow services were requested to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the collision. By approximately 2:35 AM, emergency personnel managed to open all lanes, allowing traffic to resume, although some residual delays may have persisted.
Motorists traveling through Downey, CA, should remain cautious and expect possible congestion as the area clears from the earlier traffic incident. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to ensure a smooth flow of traffic.