Santa Fe Springs, CA (September 20, 2025) – Emergency crews responded early Saturday morning to a vehicle crash with injuries at the intersection of Leffingwell Rd and Carmenita Rd in Santa Fe Springs. The collision occurred at approximately 1:33 a.m. and involved at least one vehicle requiring medical intervention at the scene.
First responders, including fire crews and paramedics, arrived quickly and provided immediate care to injured parties. At least one individual was reported hurt, though the full extent of their injuries has not yet been released. The victim received treatment on-site, and transport to a nearby medical facility was likely due to the timing and nature of the emergency call.
The crash led to temporary traffic impacts in the area as crews assessed the situation, stabilized the injured, and cleared the damaged vehicle(s) from the roadway. The intersection of Leffingwell Rd and Carmenita Rd is a known connector route near both residential and industrial zones, making early-morning traffic disruptions a concern for safety.
An investigation into the cause of the crash is underway. Officials have not confirmed contributing factors, but typical causes for such incidents during late-night and early-morning hours include fatigue, impaired driving, or speeding. No citations or arrests have been reported at this time.
We extend our best wishes to the injured individual and hope for a smooth and complete recovery.
