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POMONA, Los Angeles County, Calif., Oct. 1, 2026 — A hit-and-run crash left at least one person injured on Tuesday morning, September 29, on westbound Interstate 10 near North Towne Avenue in Pomona, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was reported shortly before 10:30 a.m. near the Towne Avenue interchange, the CHP said. Los Angeles County Fire Department paramedics responded to treat the injured.
A gray Kia involved in the crash was left on the right shoulder. The agency reported that a tow unit and the Freeway Service Patrol were called to the scene to help clear the lanes.
The driver or vehicle that left the scene had not been identified as of Tuesday morning, and the CHP has not released further details on how the crash occurred. The investigation remains open.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
Why Hit-and-Run Crashes on Freeways Like I-10 Cause Added Harm
Freeway crashes near interchanges, like the one at the Towne Avenue off-ramp, tend to involve vehicles moving at different speeds as some cars slow for an exit while others continue at full freeway speed. That speed gap, not just the top speed of either vehicle, is often what determines how hard a collision hits. A car merging or braking suddenly creates a closing speed that the vehicle behind it cannot always match in time.
The design of modern cars concentrates crash protection at the front and rear, with crumple zones built to absorb energy before it reaches the people inside. A side impact, or a hit near a wheel well or door, has far less material to absorb that energy. Airbags and seatbelts are designed for a nearly head-on impact; they do less to control a hit from an angle or a glancing sideswipe, which is common in lane-change and merge collisions.
Interchanges concentrate this risk because they force vehicles moving at different speeds and in different lanes to interact in a short stretch of road. Drivers are changing lanes, checking mirrors, and adjusting speed all at once, which narrows the time any one driver has to react if another vehicle moves unexpectedly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are most common in car accidents?
Neck and back strain, head injuries, and broken bones are among the most frequently reported injuries in crash reports, though severity varies widely with speed and impact angle.
What are the most common causes of car accidents?
Distracted driving, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, and speeding are consistently cited as leading factors in crash data nationwide.
How does speed affect crash severity?
Higher speed increases both the force of impact and the distance needed to stop, so even a small rise in speed can sharply increase injury risk.
Why is distracted driving so dangerous?
Taking eyes or attention off the road for even a few seconds removes the reaction time a driver needs to avoid a sudden hazard, such as a merging vehicle or a stopped car ahead.
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Crash in Pomona, CA
If you're involved in a hit-and-run, try to move to a safe location and call 911 as soon as possible. Note any details you can about the other vehicle, such as color, type, or partial plate, without putting yourself at risk chasing after it.
Seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor at first; some symptoms, like those from whiplash or internal injury, can take hours to appear. File a report with the California Highway Patrol or local police and keep a copy for your records.
If you witnessed the crash, staying to speak with responding officers can help investigators piece together what happened, especially in cases where the at-fault driver has already left the scene.
