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Los Angeles, CA (January 16, 2026) – A late-night traffic accident at the intersection of S Burlington Ave and Wilshire Blvd resulted in multiple injuries, drawing emergency personnel to the scene on Thursday night.
The crash was reported at approximately 11:36 p.m. in the Westlake neighborhood, a densely populated area just west of downtown Los Angeles. At least two vehicles were involved in the collision, which led to a significant disruption in traffic flow along the busy Wilshire corridor.
Los Angeles Fire Department crews responded quickly, working to stabilize the scene and provide urgent care to those hurt. Several individuals sustained varying injuries, with at least one victim transported to a nearby hospital for further treatment. Details regarding the conditions of those involved have not yet been released.
Police officers shut down the intersection temporarily to facilitate rescue operations and begin their investigation into the cause of the crash. Authorities are gathering witness statements and reviewing any available footage from nearby surveillance cameras to determine what led to the collision.
Our thoughts are with the injured and their loved ones during this time.
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