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LONG BEACH, Los Angeles County, Calif., Nov. 11, 2026 — A hit-and-run crash left at least one person injured early on Tuesday morning, November 10, on northbound I-405 near South Alameda Street in Long Beach, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The collision was reported before 6 a.m. near the South Alameda Street junction on the northbound freeway, the CHP traffic log shows. Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel responded to the scene to treat the injured, according to agency dispatch notations in the CHP log. The log also references a fire call near the scene, though it is unclear whether that call was related to the crash itself.
The driver believed to have caused the collision reportedly left before authorities arrived, per the CHP incident log, which classified the crash as a hit-and-run with injuries. No description of the vehicle or driver involved had been released as of this writing. The extent of the injuries suffered was not specified.
The CHP is investigating the crash and is asking anyone with information to come forward. No further details, including the number of vehicles involved, had been made public at the time of this report.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
Crash Reports and Road Safety in Long Beach, CA
This crash happened at I-405 and South Alameda Street in Long Beach, CA. Readers following crash news in Los Angeles County can find city-level information on our Long Beach accident resource page, including how to request a report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should someone do if they witness a hit-and-run crash?
Try to safely note the fleeing vehicle's license plate, color, and direction of travel, then report it to local police or the California Highway Patrol as soon as possible.
What injuries are common in freeway crashes like this one?
Freeway collisions commonly cause whiplash, broken bones, head injuries, and in serious cases, internal injuries, depending on speed and impact type.
How does speed affect the severity of a crash?
Higher speeds increase the force of impact, which raises the likelihood of serious injury and makes vehicles harder to control after a collision.
What are common causes of crashes on busy freeways?
Distracted driving, following too closely, sudden lane changes, and impaired driving are frequently cited factors in freeway collisions.
