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Los Angeles, CA (February 16, 2026) – One person was hospitalized after a six-vehicle collision Friday morning on the Interstate 405 Fwy near Cherry Ave, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Key Details
- Reported: Friday, February 13 at 10:32 a.m.
- Location: I-405 Fwy near Cherry Ave, Los Angeles
- Vehicles Involved: Six vehicles
- Injuries: One person transported to a hospital with head pain
- Responding Agency: California Highway Patrol (CHP)
What We Know So Far
- The crash occurred along the I-405 Fwy close to the Cherry Ave area.
- Six vehicles were recovered at the scene.
- One individual reported head pain and was taken to a local hospital for further evaluation.
- The circumstances leading up to the collision have not yet been determined.
What’s Not Yet Confirmed
- The identities of those involved
- The full extent of the injuries sustained
- Whether any citations will be issued as a result of the crash
Local Context
The Interstate 405 Fwy is one of the busiest north-south routes in Los Angeles, carrying heavy commuter and commercial traffic throughout the day. The area near Cherry Ave includes merging lanes and on- and off-ramps that require drivers to adjust speeds and change lanes within short distances. When multi-vehicle crashes occur along this stretch, California Highway Patrol officers often work to secure lanes and reduce the risk of secondary collisions while paramedics assess injuries. Given the volume of vehicles typically traveling the 405, even a single incident involving several cars can create backups that extend well beyond the immediate crash site.
What to Do Next
- If your vehicle cannot be moved safely, stay inside with your seatbelt on until help arrives, especially on busy roads.
- Follow directions from police or emergency personnel and use caution around emergency vehicles and traffic changes.
- Request the incident or report number from responding officers if one is provided.
- Monitor how you feel after the crash. Some injuries can appear hours or days later.
FAQ
Q: Why do multi-vehicle crashes take longer to clear?
A: Crashes involving several vehicles often require additional time for investigators to document each vehicle, speak with multiple drivers, and coordinate towing before the roadway can fully reopen.
Q: Why are freeway crashes considered especially hazardous?
A: Freeways like the I-405 involve higher speeds and dense traffic. When vehicles suddenly slow or stop, the risk of additional collisions increases until the scene is secured.
Q: Do emergency crews always transport injured people to the hospital?
A: Not always. Paramedics evaluate each person at the scene and determine whether hospital care is necessary based on reported symptoms and visible injuries.
