Introduction to the Incident
One person was killed and dozens of others were injured, including two in critical condition, when a tour bus rear-ended an SUV early Sunday, May 11 and the car caught fire on the 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights, authorities said.
The crash on the westbound freeway, at the Hacienda Boulevard off-ramp, occurred around 5 a.m. The California Highway Patrol reported that a man was seen lying near the right shoulder of the westbound freeway.
Response and Damage
Firefighters and paramedics were dispatched at 5:07 a.m. and reported that an SUV was fully engulfed in flames. The fire did not spread to the bus, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
One person was killed and dozens of others were injured when a tour bus rear-ended an SUV early Sunday, May 11 on the 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights, the California Highway Patrol said. (OC HAWK)
The SUV driver was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the department.
Casualties and Aftermath
CHP Officer Zachary Salazar said 63 people were aboard the bus, including the driver, and a total of 32 people on the bus were transported to hospitals.
Freelance news videographer OC Hawk reported that the bus was coming from the Morongo area and headed to Koreatown.
The westbound freeway was fully closed for a few hours after the crash, but some lanes had reopened by 8:30 a.m. and a Sigalert was completely canceled as of 10:20 a.m.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred early in the morning and caused significant disruption to traffic. The California Highway Patrol and the Los Angeles County Fire Department responded quickly to the scene to provide assistance and mitigate the damage.
Conclusion
The tour bus crash on the 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights resulted in one fatality and dozens of injuries, with two people in critical condition. The incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the need for emergency services to be prepared for such incidents. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and further details are expected to be released as more information becomes available.
Originally Published: May 11, 2025 at 8:37 AM PDT
FAQs
- Q: What was the cause of the crash?
A: The cause of the crash is still under investigation. - Q: How many people were injured in the crash?
A: Dozens of people were injured, including two in critical condition. - Q: Was the fire contained?
A: Yes, the fire did not spread to the bus. - Q: How many people were on the bus?
A: There were 63 people aboard the bus, including the driver. - Q: What was the destination of the bus?
A: The bus was headed to Koreatown from the Morongo area.
