Multi-Vehicle Crashes Injure 12 in North Hollywood, North Powers Boulevard

A five-car crash in North Hollywood on Lankershim Boulevard injured seven people, including a 68-year-old woman who was hospitalized in fair condition, while the other six declined hospital transport. Two of the injured were reported to be in serious condition, with the remaining five in fair condition. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the incident around 11:30 a.m., and traffic in the area was heavily impacted for an extended period. The cause of the crash remains unclear, and officials provided no further details at the time. Separately, in Colorado Springs, a seven-car crash injured five people, including one in critical condition, leading to road closures and detours, though the cause of that collision is also under investigation. Both incidents highlight ongoing concerns about multi-vehicle collisions and their impact on public safety and traffic flow.