BOYLE HEIGHTS, LOS ANGELES — A Sunday morning commute on the 5 Freeway turned tragic when a collision involving a semi-truck and multiple vehicles left one person dead and 15 others injured.
Freeway Shutdown Follows Multi-Vehicle Crash in Boyle Heights
A major pileup south of 4th Street brought traffic to a standstill, with authorities scrambling to assess the extent of the damage and provide medical assistance.
- The crash occurred around 5 a.m. on December 28, 2025, on the southbound 5 Freeway.
- One fatality was confirmed at the scene, and 15 people were evaluated for injuries.
- Ten of the injured were transported to local hospitals; their conditions remain unknown.
- Nine vehicles sustained significant front-end damage.
- All southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway at 4th Street were closed until 11 a.m.
The California Highway Patrol responded to the scene just south of 4th Street at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 28, 2025. Initial reports indicate a semi-truck was involved in a collision with several other vehicles, triggering a chain reaction.
Q: What caused the crash on the 5 Freeway?
A: The cause of the collision is currently under investigation, and authorities have not yet released any details regarding contributing factors.
One individual was pronounced dead at the scene. The Los Angeles Fire Department assessed a total of 15 people for injuries. Ten of those injured required hospitalization and were transported to nearby medical facilities. As of Sunday afternoon, the extent of their injuries remains undisclosed.
Investigators reported that nine vehicles suffered major damage, primarily to their front ends, suggesting a high-impact collision. The circumstances leading up to the crash are still being investigated.
The CHP issued a SigAlert, closing all southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway at 4th Street. The closure was expected to remain in effect until 11 a.m., causing significant traffic delays for commuters.
