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Van Nuys, CA (February 28, 2026) – At least one person was taken to a hospital after a multi-vehicle crash on Friday evening, February 27, at the intersection of Sherman Way and Hayvenhurst Avenue. The collision was reported around 4:40 p.m. and involved several vehicles along the busy roadway.
Video from the scene showed at least seven vehicles with heavy damage, with some pushed sideways by the force of the impact. A Metro bus was also stopped nearby as emergency units blocked off the intersection to traffic.
Officials have not released details about how the crash began or how many people were hurt. The area remained closed for a time while crews worked to clear the damaged vehicles from the road.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our thoughts are with those injured as they recover.
How Multi-Vehicle Crashes Develop on Busy City Streets
Crashes involving several vehicles often happen when traffic is dense, and one sudden stop or impact triggers a chain reaction. When cars are traveling close together, drivers may not have enough time or distance to avoid the vehicle in front of them.
The force from the first collision can push vehicles into other lanes or into additional cars. This can spread damage across a wide area and lead to road closures while crews remove debris.
Investigators usually look at traffic flow, signal timing, and the position of each vehicle after the crash. These details help show how the sequence of impacts unfolded.
