Los Angeles, CAย โ A multi-vehicle crash in Central City Los Angeles left several people injured early Tuesday morning at the intersection of West Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard and South Hill Street, according to emergency responders.
The collision occurred around 6:18 AM, just as the morning commute was beginning.
Los Angeles Fire Department medics and fire crews responded swiftly to provide medical care. At least one person was hospitalized after sustaining multiple injuries. Others involved were evaluated at the scene. The extent of the injuries has not been made public.
The crash involved at least two vehicles, with significant front-end and side damage reported. Witnesses described debris scattered across the intersection, prompting lane blockages and major delays during peak traffic hours.
Emergency personnel directed traffic around the crash site while investigators assessed the scene.
Authorities are reviewing potential causes of the crash, including:
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Distracted driving
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Failure to yield
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Poor visibility due to early morning conditions
No citations have been issued, and the investigation remains active.
โThis was a serious crash that happened during a very busy time of day,โ a first responder said. โWeโre thankful it wasnโt worse.โ
