Vehicle Plunges Off Pomona Freeway, Crashes onto 101 Freeway [Los Angeles, CA]

Los Angeles, CA (June 11th, 2025)- Vehicle Plunges Off Pomona Freeway in a dramatic accident Tuesday afternoon when a car careened off the eastbound Pomona (60) Freeway near Euclid Avenue and landed upside down in a southbound lane of the Hollywood (101) Freeway. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported at approximately 12:27 p.m. near downtown Los Angeles, sending shockwaves through rush-hour traffic and prompting an immediate emergency response.

CHP officers arrived to find the vehicle resting against the concrete barrier on the 101 Freeway near Soto Street. Both occupants—believed to be men aged between 25 and 30—were pinned inside the crushed cabin. Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman Margaret Stewart confirmed that firefighters deployed hydraulic rescue tools, including cutters and spreaders, to pry open the wreckage. After several intense minutes, rescuers extricated the victims and transferred them to awaiting paramedics.

Paramedics rushed both men to a nearby Level I trauma center in “at least serious” condition, according to Stewart. Early reports indicate one man sustained multiple compound fractures in his legs and pelvis, while the other suffered head and chest trauma. Given the vehicle’s high-velocity drop, treating physicians are monitoring them closely for internal bleeding and potential spinal injuries.

The collision’s aftermath snarled traffic for miles. Two lanes of the southbound 101 Freeway were closed under a SigAlert, and delays cascaded back onto the Pomona Freeway, where crews worked to clear debris and a severed section of guardrail from the center divider. Commuters were urged to use alternate routes until all lanes reopened later in the afternoon.

Beyond the physical and emotional devastation, the two men now face mounting financial challenges. Medical bills for emergency surgery, intensive care, and rehabilitation can quickly escalate into six-figure sums. Lost wages during recovery, ongoing physical therapy, and costs for adaptive equipment add further strain.

Moreover, if either victim sustains a permanent disability or diminished earning capacity, they may seek additional damages for future lost income and reduced quality of life. Pain and suffering compensation can provide relief for psychological trauma. At the same time, claims for punitive damages could arise if it’s shown that faulty guardrail maintenance or another party’s negligence contributed to the crash.

At Text Kevin Accident Attorneys by Crockett Law, we understand how overwhelming this process can be. Our team has extensive experience handling freeway-collision cases, and we pledge to investigate every aspect, from maintenance records for the guardrail to vehicle mechanical inspections and eyewitness testimony. We negotiate aggressively with insurers to pursue full and fair settlements that cover medical expenses, lost earnings, rehabilitation costs, and non-economic damages.

We take pride in providing compassionate, personalized service. From arranging specialist consultations and coordinating therapy appointments to managing all claim paperwork and deadlines, we handle the details so you can focus on healing. Our attorneys keep you informed in clear, straightforward terms, and we’re prepared to take your case to trial if insurers refuse to offer adequate compensation.

Our law firm extends its deepest sympathies to the friends and family of the victims who are mourning the loss of their loved ones. It’s essential to have experienced Wrongful death accident lawyers on your side when losing a loved one in a car accident. Call us at 1-888-965-3827 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by phone, text, or online chat. For a one-on-one consultation, you are free to visit our office.

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Source: MY NEWS LA

The map below shows the Pomona Freeway where the accident happened