This is to inform you that the authorities have finally arrested in connection with the Southbound 5 Freeway Santa Fe Springs accident. According to the reports, the suspect arrested is identified as Landon Hazelwood. Kindly note that two people lost their lives in this tragic incident. Since people heard that a fatal accident happened on the 5 Freeway, they have been keenly waiting for updates. The latest update provided by the California Highway Patrol is that they have arrested a person on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI). In this article, we have provided all the imperative details about this tragedy, that you should know. Kindly drag down the page and take a look below at the following sections.
Landon Hazelwood Arrested
The accident reportedly happened when Landon Hazelwood’s vehicle struck a stationary truck parked on the right shoulder. Tragically, the collision of Landon Hazelwood’s car and stationary truck resulted in the death of two people traveling in his car. It is believed that the impact of the collision was so high, therefore, the deceased could not survive it. As a result of the severe crash on the highway, the southbound lanes of the highway were closed for an extended period. Continue reading this article for more details.
Speaking of Landon Hazelwood, he only sustained a laceration to his head in the crash. Suddenly after the crash, the passerby and nearby people gathered at the scene. The community is currently grappling with the aftermath of this fatal accident. As of yet, the authorities have not revealed the identities of the two people who died in the accident. As per the sources, this crash occurred in the early morning hours at around 1:36 am near Carmenita Road. In the crash, a black Honda Accord was involved, driven by Landon Hazelwood.
Landon Hazelwood is a 19-year-old boy who hails from Garden Grove. Currently, he is facing DUI charges. Before taking him into custody, the officials took Landon Hazelwood to UCI Medical Center for treatment. Now he is held by the authorities on charges of driving under the influence. Footage also has been retrieved by the authorities, depicting Landon Hazelwood’s consciousness and speech. The accident prompted a SigAlert for all lanes at Carmenita Road on the Southbound 5 Freeway, causing extensive traffic disruptions. Landon Hazelwood is still under police authority and receiving medical treatment. Details about the accident, including his mugshot, have not been released.