![[05-11-2025] One Killed, Two Critically Injured in Fiery Two-Vehicle Crash on Pomona Freeway in Hacienda Heights](https://ak1.to//00Ka.webp)
One person was killed and two others were critically injured following a fiery two-vehicle crash involving an SUV and a bus in Hacienda Heights, Los Angeles County, early Sunday morning, May 11, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m. on the westbound Pomona (60) Freeway at the Hacienda Boulevard off-ramp.
The SUV collided with a bus and then the center divider, igniting into flames. Responding officers found a man lying near the right shoulder of the westbound lanes shortly after the crash.
Firefighters and paramedics arrived on the scene at 5:07 a.m. and reported the SUV was fully engulfed in flames. The fire was contained and did not spread to the bus.
One individual was pronounced dead at the scene. Two others were transported in critical condition, though their identities and current medical status have not been disclosed.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the CHP.
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.
