![[05-09-2025] Three People Injured After Two-Vehicle Crash at Carson Street and Cabrillo Avenue in Torrance](https://ak1.to//6kIdo.webp)
Two men were injured and a woman was critically hurt following a violent crash at the intersection of Carson Street and Cabrillo Avenue in Torrance on Friday morning, May 9, 2025.
According to the Torrance Police Department, the collision occurred around 7:05 a.m. when a gray Kia sedan, previously reported carjacked in Hollywood, collided with a Ford F-350 pickup truck.
The two men inside the pickup truck were transported to the hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening. The woman driving the Kia, who was identified as the carjacking suspect, suffered critical injuries and was rushed by ambulance to Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.
Authorities stated that officers had not initiated a pursuit but had taken note of the vehicle after it was flagged by a license plate reader. The suspect fled and ran into the pickup truck while traveling on Cabrillo Avenue.
Investigators are working to determine whether the woman ran a red light prior to the crash. The crash remains under investigation by the Torrance Police Department.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
