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GRIFFITH PARK, Los Angeles County, Calif., Oct. 27, 2026 — A two-vehicle crash left at least one person injured on Monday afternoon, October 26, on southbound I-5 near the Riverside Drive on-ramp in the Griffith Park area.
The California Highway Patrol said a white Toyota Camry and a black SUV collided near the on-ramp joining southbound I-5, blocking lanes of traffic. A caller to dispatchers reported the Camry was not drivable, the agency said. The crash was initially logged as a collision with no injuries before CHP upgraded it to a minor-injury crash.
Los Angeles Fire Department personnel responded to the scene, though it was not immediately clear how many people were hurt or the extent of their injuries. A separate black BMW was also reported blocking the on-ramp, prompting a request for officers to help clear the lane.
Glendale units assisted CHP officers at the scene while traffic was rerouted around the wreck. The roadway was reported reopened by mid-afternoon. No further details on the cause of the crash have been released, and the incident remains under review.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Local Crash Information for Griffith Park, CA
The crash was reported on I-5 in Griffith Park. For more crash news from the area, see our latest Los Angeles County crash news.
Frequently Asked Questions
What steps should drivers take after a crash like this? Move to a safe spot if possible, call 911, exchange information with the other driver, and get checked by a medical professional even if injuries seem minor.
What injuries are common in highway collisions? Whiplash, concussions, and back or neck strain are frequent even in lower-speed impacts, since the body can be jolted hard inside the vehicle.
What typically causes crashes like this one? Distracted driving, following too closely, and sudden lane changes near on-ramps and merge points are common factors in these collisions.
Does speed change how serious a crash turns out? Yes. Higher speeds mean more force at impact, which raises the odds of serious injury and makes vehicles harder to control before and after a collision.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Griffith Park, CA
If you're involved in a crash near a freeway on-ramp, try to get your vehicle out of traffic lanes if it's safe to do so, and turn on hazard lights to warn other drivers. Check yourself and any passengers for injuries before stepping out, since adrenaline can mask pain. Call for medical help if anyone feels hurt, even slightly, and ask responding officers for a copy of the incident report once it's available. Take photos of vehicle positions and damage if you're able, and follow up with your own doctor in the days afterward, since some injuries from a jolt or impact don't show symptoms right away.
