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NewsNBC Los Angeles (KNBC) – LocalJuly 4, 2026United States

12 people injured in Sun Valley freeway crash

A single-vehicle crash on the 5 Freeway in Sun Valley resulted in injuries to 12 people, including seven children. All injured individuals were passengers in the same vehicle that overturned early Sunday morning.

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Why It Matters

The incident resulted in a significant emergency response and medical transport for 12 individuals, including seven minors, following a vehicle rollover on a major regional transit artery.

Key Facts

  • A total of 12 people were injured in a single-vehicle crash.
  • The crash involved seven minors and five adults.
  • One person sustained serious injuries, while 11 others are in fair condition.
  • The incident occurred on the northbound 5 Freeway at Sheldon Avenue.
  • The crash was reported just before 1:30 a.m. on Sunday.
  • The vehicle involved overturned.
  • The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Who's Mentioned

location5 Freeway“The site of the crash at Sheldon Avenue.”organizationCalifornia Highway Patrol“Reported the crash details and location.”locationSun Valley“The neighborhood where the crash occurred.”organizationLos Angeles Fire Department“Responded to the crash and provided medical assessment of the patients.”