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Brea, CA (June 12, 2026) – A three-vehicle accident blocked multiple lanes on northbound SR-57 near Pathfinder Rd in Brea, California, on Thursday, June 12, beginning around 1:26 p.m.
The collision involved a black and silver Chevrolet pickup truck, a red Mercedes SUV, and a black Toyota: the three vehicles initially blocked the HOV and number one lanes. Emergency units arrived and all parties were later moved off the freeway via Brea Canyon Rd while the roadway was cleared.
Possible injuries were reported at the time of the crash. A silver Chevrolet Avalanche with moderate rear-end damage was among the vehicles requiring a tow. Finally, three tow trucks were called to the scene, with S&J Towing handling all three vehicles.
The people involved in the wreck had not been publicly identified as of this report.
The cause of the collision is still being looked into, and further details will be released as they become available. We hope all those who may have been hurt are receiving the care they need.
What to Know About Freeway Lane Blockages After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in California
When three or more vehicles are involved in a freeway crash, the number of lanes blocked often depends on where the vehicles come to rest and how quickly they can be safely moved. HOV and fast lanes see higher vehicle speeds, which means a blockage there can create a rapid backup that stretches back for miles within minutes. Moving all parties to a surface street or nearby exit before towing is a common approach when the freeway shoulder is limited.
Towing logistics after a multi-vehicle accident can take time to coordinate, especially when each vehicle needs a separate truck and the damage varies between them. Moderate rear-end damage, like that reported on one of the vehicles here, can affect a car’s ability to be driven off the road under its own power, making towing necessary even when the vehicle appears partially intact.
Injuries in crashes like this are not always immediately obvious at the scene, which is why possible injury reports are taken seriously even before a full assessment is completed.
