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Carson, CA (September 14, 2026) – Three people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash Saturday, September 12, on southbound Interstate 405 near Avalon Boulevard in Carson.
The California Highway Patrol initially reported a two-vehicle crash around 4:27 a.m., with a van striking a tree. A later update indicated that three vehicles were involved and classified the collision as a major-injury crash. One person was trapped inside a vehicle but was conscious and breathing.
Another person reported hitting their head but initially declined medical assistance. CHP later requested a medical transport, and an ambulance was used to take an injured person for treatment. Several tow services were also requested to remove the damaged vehicles.
The circumstances leading to the crash were not immediately available
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this crash and their loved ones. We wish all injured individuals a full and speedy recovery.
How Can Drivers Reduce the Risk of Serious Freeway Crashes?
Freeway crashes can become especially dangerous because vehicles are traveling at higher speeds and drivers may have less time to respond to sudden hazards. Maintaining a safe following distance allows motorists more time to brake when traffic slows or another vehicle changes lanes unexpectedly. Drivers should also scan several vehicles ahead rather than focusing only on the car directly in front of them.
A vehicle that leaves the roadway can encounter trees, barriers, signs, or other fixed objects, increasing the severity of a crash. Staying within the designated lane and avoiding distractions can help drivers maintain control. Motorists should also adjust their speed when visibility, traffic, or roadway conditions make it harder to react safely.
Emergency situations on freeways require additional caution from approaching drivers. Motorists should slow down when they see stopped vehicles, emergency lights, or debris and provide responders with plenty of room to work. Sudden lane changes or attempts to pass through an active crash scene can create additional risks.
