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WESTMONT, Los Angeles County, Calif., Oct. 1, 2026 — A bicyclist was injured on Tuesday evening, September 29, in a hit-and-run crash at West 92nd Street and South Vermont Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol. The rider was reportedly struck while on his bicycle near the intersection.
The California Highway Patrol confirmed that the call came in around 7:37 p.m. A report filed minutes later noted that northbound lanes in the area would need to be blocked off, and that the Los Angeles Police Department would handle the scene going forward.
Details on the striking vehicle or driver have not been released. It is not yet known whether the driver fled on foot or in a vehicle, and no description has been made public as of this writing.
The extent of the bicyclist's injuries has not been confirmed. The investigation is being handled by local police, and no arrests have been announced.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Where Car-Bicycle Collisions Cluster in Westmont and Beyond
Bicycle crashes do not spread evenly across a city's streets. They tend to pile up at wide urban arterials like South Vermont Avenue, roads built to move car traffic quickly, with multiple lanes, long signal spacing, and few protected spaces for people on bikes. Riders crossing or merging at these intersections often have to cover more distance in less time than a signal cycle allows.
Unsignalled or poorly lit crossings add another layer of risk, especially after dark. A driver turning or changing lanes near dusk may not see a cyclist until it's too late to react, particularly where street lighting is limited or where parked cars block sightlines near the curb.
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, bicycle fatalities decreased from 183 in 2022 to 145 in 2023. Even with that decline, crashes continue to concentrate on the same kinds of roads: broad, fast, multi-lane corridors that cut through residential and commercial areas alike, where bikes and cars are forced to share limited space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are bicycle accidents more common at intersections?
Yes. A large share of car-bicycle collisions occurs at or near intersections, where turning vehicles and crossing cyclists intersect, and visibility is often limited.
What injuries are most common for cyclists in these crashes?
Cyclists frequently suffer head and neck injuries, fractures, and road rash from being thrown from the bike. Injury severity often depends on vehicle speed and whether the rider was wearing a helmet.
What are the most common causes of bicycle accidents?
Common factors include drivers failing to yield, distracted driving, poor visibility at night, and vehicles turning across a cyclist's path without seeing them in time.
Where do most car-bicycle collisions happen?
Most occur on urban streets and at intersections, particularly along wide arterial roads where traffic moves fast, and bike infrastructure is limited or absent.
What to Do After a Bicycle Accident in Westmont, CA
If you're involved in or witness a bicycle crash, call 911 right away so medical help and police can respond. Even if injuries seem minor, it's worth getting checked by a medical professional, since some injuries like concussions or internal bruising aren't obvious right away.
Try to note details while they're fresh: the time, any vehicle description, direction of travel, and whether anyone else saw what happened. If the driver leaves the scene, as is alleged here, that information can matter a great deal to investigators.
Report the crash to local police if officers haven't already responded, and ask for a copy of the report once it's filed. Westmont residents can also reach out to the California Highway Patrol or the LAPD for updates on hit-and-run investigations in their area.
