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LOS ANGELES, Los Angeles County, Calif., Sept. 27, 2026 — A multi-vehicle crash blocked express lanes on southbound I-110 near 39th Street on Saturday afternoon, September 26, according to the California Highway Patrol. At least one vehicle involved was reportedly a green Range Rover, and injuries were reported.
The California Highway Patrol said the collision was first reported shortly before 12:36 p.m. near the 110's HOV connector at 39th Street. A green Range Rover and a black Lexus were involved.
The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the scene, and a person involved in the crash was unable to describe the other vehicle involved, telling responders it had stopped some distance ahead with its hazard lights on. A person in a dark blue Toyota Camry also reported being connected to the scene. The California Highway Patrol's Freeway Service Patrol was dispatched to help clear the roadway and later closed out its portion of the response.
By around 12:53 p.m., authorities said the roadway had been cleared, and involved parties were moved to the Manchester Avenue park and ride for further processing. One lane of the FasTrak express lanes remained affected before the freeway was fully reopened. The extent of injuries and the number of vehicles involved were not released, and the crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
What the Numbers Show About Multi-Vehicle Freeway Crashes
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 17,008 motor-vehicle crash deaths occurred outside passenger vehicles in crashes involving passenger vehicles in 2023. That figure includes people struck or killed while outside a car during and after a crash, a reminder that freeway collisions often create a second wave of risk once vehicles come to a stop.
Express and HOV lanes add another layer of complexity. Barriers, narrow shoulders, and high closing speeds mean that a crash blocking even one lane can back up traffic for miles and increase the odds that a following vehicle strikes the scene before responders arrive. Freeway Service Patrol units and fire crews are dispatched specifically to manage that secondary exposure, moving vehicles and people off the roadway as quickly as possible.
Multi-vehicle crashes on limited-access highways also complicate the basic question of who hit whom. Investigators frequently work from partial descriptions, conflicting caller accounts, and vehicles that have already moved or been driven to a safer location, all of which can extend how long a formal determination takes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does fog or low visibility factor into pile-ups like this?
Reduced visibility shortens the time drivers have to react to slowing or stopped traffic ahead, which can turn a single fender-bender into a chain-reaction crash involving several vehicles.
Why does following distance matter so much on freeways?
More space between vehicles gives drivers extra time to brake or steer around trouble, which is often the difference between a near-miss and a collision, especially in fast-moving express lanes.
Are secondary crashes common after an initial wreck?
Yes. Vehicles slowing or stopping to avoid an earlier crash are frequently rear-ended by drivers who don't see the backup in time, which is why crews often prioritize clearing lanes quickly.
What makes multi-vehicle crashes difficult to investigate?
Conflicting witness accounts, vehicles that have moved from their original positions, and unclear fault among several drivers can all slow down a determination of exactly how the crash unfolded.
What to Do After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Los Angeles, CA
If you're involved in a multi-car crash on a freeway, try to move to a safe location such as a shoulder or nearby off-ramp if your vehicle is drivable, and turn on hazard lights right away. Staying inside a safely stopped vehicle is often safer than standing near live traffic lanes.
Call 911 and request medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor, since adrenaline can mask pain from a collision for hours. Exchange information with other drivers when it's safe to do so, and take photos of vehicle positions and damage if conditions allow.
Once you're safe, file a report with the responding agency and follow up on any paperwork needed for insurance purposes. Los Angeles freeway crashes often involve multiple agencies and delayed lane closures, so keep records of any communication about the incident for your own reference.
