One Dead, One Critical After Fiery 3-Car Crash Shuts Down the 110 — and Reminds Us All Why Downtown LA's Most Notorious Freeway Deserves Your Full Attention
By Olivia Richman
Published on March 16, 2026.
The 110 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles was hit by a three-car collision at 1:50 a.m. on Sunday, which resulted in one person being killed and a woman being transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition. The California Highway Patrol issued a Sigalert following the incident, which closed northbound lanes at West Sixth Street and nearby connector roads until 8:30 am. The downtown section of the 110, which has been ranked among the most dangerous freeway segments in Los Angeles County, was also affected by the severity of the crash. The 110 is seen as a crucial freeway in the city, serving as a vital connector between the Port of Angeles, USC, Convention Center, and the Arroyo Seco Parkway.
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