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Lancaster, CA (January 16, 2026) – A pedestrian was injured in a traffic collision near 10th St W and Commerce Center Dr on Thursday afternoon, prompting an emergency response that included air support. The incident occurred shortly before 4:00 p.m., and first responders quickly arrived at the scene.
Emergency crews, along with Copter 21, were dispatched due to the seriousness of the situation. A landing zone was established at the nearby NAO facility in preparation for a possible medical airlift. The pedestrian sustained injuries that warranted advanced medical attention, though the extent of those injuries has not yet been publicly released.
Local law enforcement closed off portions of the intersection while medics provided on-site treatment and coordinated transport efforts. The identity of the injured individual and further details about the events leading to the crash have not been disclosed.
The incident remains under investigation as authorities work to determine how the collision occurred and whether any contributing factors were involved.
Our thoughts are with the injured pedestrian, and we wish them a safe and complete recovery.
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