Studio City, CA – Multi-Vehicle Crash Involving Dump Truck Shuts Down 170 Freeway

Studio City, CA (January 30, 2026) – A violent multi-vehicle collision involving a dump truck left several people injured and paralyzed traffic on a major Los Angeles freeway on Thursday afternoon, January 29, 2026. The crash occurred on the northbound 170 Freeway at the transition to the 101 Freeway.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident involved at least four vehicles. Witnesses reported that a large dump truck collided with three passenger cars, resulting in heavy damage and leaving debris scattered across all northbound lanes. Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics arrived at the scene to find several occupants in need of immediate medical attention.

At least one individual had to be extricated from their vehicle using heavy rescue tools. While the exact number of victims and the severity of their injuries have not been fully released, authorities confirmed that major injuries were sustained. The northbound 170 Freeway remained closed for several hours as investigators worked to determine if mechanical failure or driver error contributed to the pileup.

Car Accident in California

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