Car Pursuit Ends in Crash Near LAX
Introduction to the Incident
A car being pursued by California Highway Patrol officers early Sunday, Jan. 25 flew off the 105 Freeway and crashed to the ground below near Los Angeles International Airport, the CHP said.
The driver’s face was bloody, and he appeared dazed after El Segundo firefighters cut him out of a Chevrolet Camaro, as seen in a video by freelance news organization OnScene.TV. The man was arrested and hospitalized.
Details of the Pursuit
Initiation of the Chase
The pursuit began when officers attempted to pull over the car for speeding on the westbound 10 Freeway at Vincent Avenue, CHP spokeswoman Megan Curtiss said. The driver failed to stop, and the crash happened around 2:07 a.m. near N. Nash Street and Imperial Highway, she said.
Arrest and Seizure of Items
California Highway Patrol officers arrest a man who they say led them on a pursuit early Jan. 25, 2026, before crashing off the 105 Freeway near Los Angeles International Airport. (Photo by OnScene.TV)
The OnScene.TV footage showed a red sedan that was apparently involved in a collision at the end of the pursuit. The video also showed a gun that the CHP had seized, as well as a saw and a computer device. No details about those items were available on Sunday.
A California Highway Patrol officer looks down on a crash scene after a car being pursued flew off the 105 Freeway near Los Angeles International Airport early on Jan. 25, 2026. (Photo by OnScene.TV)
Conclusion
The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed pursuits and the importance of driver compliance with law enforcement. The investigation into the incident and the items seized is ongoing, and more information is expected to be released as it becomes available.
FAQs
What initiated the pursuit?
The pursuit was initiated when the driver of the Chevrolet Camaro failed to stop for officers who attempted to pull him over for speeding on the westbound 10 Freeway at Vincent Avenue.
What items were seized from the vehicle?
A gun, a saw, and a computer device were seized from the vehicle, but no details about these items are currently available.
What is the status of the driver?
The driver was arrested and hospitalized after being cut out of the vehicle by El Segundo firefighters. His condition and the charges he faces are not specified in the available information.
