Los Angeles, CA – 1 Person Hospitalized after Crash Involving Tow Truck on 5 Freeway

According to California Highway Patrol logs, the incident was reported around 6 p.m. on August 19, 2026, on the northbound 5 Freeway near Whittier Boulevard.

Los Angeles, CA – One person was hospitalized after a traffic collision that happened Wednesday evening on the 5 Freeway in Los Angeles.

According to California Highway Patrol logs, the incident was reported around 6 p.m. on August 19, 2026, on the northbound 5 Freeway near Whittier Boulevard.

A silver Honda and a white flatbed tow truck were involved in the accident. The Honda was left blocking the No. 3 lane, and the tow truck was blocking the No. 2 lane.

An occupant in the Honda complained of major back pain. Paramedics responded to the scene and transported the victim to the hospital for treatment.

No other details were available, but an investigation into the collision is ongoing.