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LENNOX, Los Angeles County, Calif., Nov. 13, 2026 — Three vehicles collided on Thursday afternoon, November 12, on westbound West Imperial Highway near Sundale Avenue in Lennox, according to the California Highway Patrol. At least one person reported minor injuries.
A Honda, a Chrysler, and a Lexus were involved in the crash, based on the report. A caller reported the three vehicles collided, prompting a dispatch to the scene. The authorities initially logged the crash as a collision with injuries at the scene, then updated the entry to a minor-injury collision as units gathered more information.
Hawthorne police units responded to assist shortly after the crash was reported, the log shows. The extent of the injuries reported has not been detailed beyond the minor-injury classification.
The cause of the crash has not been released. It remains unclear whether speed, impairment, or another factor played a role, and the CHP has not issued a statement attributing fault.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
Intersection Crashes in California
This multi-vehicle crash happened at West Imperial Highway and Sundale Avenue in Lennox, CA. Our California intersections page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is following distance so important in traffic?
Leaving enough space between vehicles gives drivers time to react if traffic ahead slows or stops suddenly, which can prevent one crash from triggering another.
Do secondary crashes usually happen after an initial wreck?
Yes. When a crash blocks a lane or distracts passing drivers, following vehicles can fail to react in time, leading to additional collisions at the same location.
What makes crashes involving three or more vehicles difficult to investigate?
Investigators have to determine the sequence of impacts and how each vehicle was positioned and moving, which usually takes longer than sorting out a two-vehicle crash.
What typically causes pile-ups involving multiple vehicles?
Common factors include sudden braking, limited visibility, heavy traffic volume, and drivers following too closely, though the specific cause of any crash is determined by investigators.
