Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on the 210 Freeway Causes Major Traffic Delays [Arcadia, CA]

Police Investigate Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on the 210 Freeway in Arcadia

Arcadia, CA (December 15, 2025) – A fatal wrong-way crash on the 210 Freeway caused significant traffic delays early Monday morning.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision was first reported around 3 a.m. near Baldwin Avenue.

Investigators said a vehicle traveling in the wrong direction struck another car, resulting in a deadly crash.

Traffic slowed on both sides of the freeway as authorities reduced eastbound lanes to just one open lane during the investigation and cleanup.

NewsChopper4 footage from the scene showed two heavily damaged vehicles, with at least one appearing to have caught fire following the impact.

As congestion grew, officials diverted drivers off the eastbound 210 Freeway at Colorado Boulevard.

Backups stretched as far as Sierra Madre Villa Avenue, significantly impacting early morning commuters.

Dense fog was also reported in the area at the time of the crash, potentially contributing to reduced visibility.

Drivers were advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes such as Colorado Boulevard or Foothill Boulevard.

The crash remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.

Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of the deceased. May the bereaved find solace and strength in this extremely trying time.

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