Shooting on 105 Freeway Leaves Driver Critically Injured

Eastbound lanes closed for hours as authorities investigate the incident.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:13am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car window reflecting a faint red light, conceptually representing the aftermath of a violent incident on the freeway.The aftermath of a shooting on the 105 Freeway in Los Angeles exposes the vulnerability of drivers on the region's congested roadways.Los Angeles Today

A shooting on the 105 Freeway in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon left a driver in critical condition. The California Highway Patrol responded to reports of an unresponsive driver in a black Toyota Camry and found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The eastbound lanes of the freeway were shut down for several hours as authorities searched for a suspect and suspect vehicle.

Why it matters

Freeway shootings have become an increasingly concerning issue in the Los Angeles area, raising public safety concerns and causing major traffic disruptions when they occur. This incident highlights the need for improved security measures and better coordination between law enforcement agencies to address this growing problem.

The details

According to the CHP, officers responded to a call at 1:45 p.m. reporting an unresponsive driver in a black Toyota Camry in the carpool lane of the eastbound 105 Freeway. They found the driver suffering from a gunshot wound and transported him to a hospital in critical condition. The right rear window of the victim's car was shattered, but no weapons have been recovered and the motive for the shooting is still under investigation.

  • The shooting occurred around 1:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
  • The eastbound 105 Freeway was closed for several hours as authorities investigated the incident.

The players

California Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling California's highways and investigating incidents like this shooting.

Victim

The driver of the black Toyota Camry who was shot and critically injured during the incident.

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What they’re saying

“We are actively searching for the suspect and suspect vehicle involved in this shooting. Public safety is our top priority.”

— CHP Officer, Spokesperson

What’s next

Investigators will continue to search for the suspect and suspect vehicle involved in the shooting. The eastbound 105 Freeway is expected to remain closed for several more hours as the investigation continues.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenge of freeway shootings in the Los Angeles area and the need for enhanced security measures and coordination between law enforcement agencies to address this public safety concern.