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Los Angeles, CA (May 5, 2026) – A hit-and-run crash with injuries was reported on southbound Interstate 405 just north of Burbank Boulevard in Los Angeles on Monday, May 4, at approximately 6:51 a.m. The incident was initially reported without injuries before being upgraded to an injury crash shortly after.
Emergency units responded to the scene, and no details about the number of people hurt, the severity of injuries, or the vehicles involved have been confirmed at this time.
The incident remains under investigation, and more details will be released as they become available.
Our thoughts are with those injured as they receive medical care.
What Are the Risks of Hit-and-Run Crashes on Los Angeles Freeways?
Freeway hit-and-run crashes in Los Angeles present unique dangers compared to surface street incidents. At highway speeds, a collision followed by a fleeing vehicle can leave injured people in active traffic lanes with little protection. Other drivers may have only seconds to react, which can increase the risk of secondary crashes before emergency units arrive.
The I-405 corridor in the San Fernando Valley is one of the busiest freeways in the country, carrying heavy traffic during morning commute hours. When a crash occurs in these conditions, lane restrictions can quickly ripple across miles of freeway. California law treats hit-and-run crashes involving injuries as felonies, and freeway incidents are often captured on overhead cameras and by dashcams from nearby vehicles, which investigators use to help identify the responsible driver.
