[01-04-2026] Los Angeles County, CA – Two Killed, Three Injured After Multi-Vehicle Crash at Sixth Street and Atlantic Avenue in Long Beach

Two people were killed, and three others were injured following a multi-vehicle crash in Long Beach on Sunday night, January 4, 2026.

According to the Long Beach Fire Department, the crash was reported around 10:15 p.m. at Sixth Street and Atlantic Avenue.

Authorities said three vehicles were involved. The Long Beach Police Department stated that preliminary findings indicated a suspect vehicle traveling eastbound on Sixth Street collided with two vehicles traveling southbound on Atlantic Avenue. Police said the driver of the suspect vehicle fled the scene before officers arrived.

A man and a woman were pronounced dead at the scene. Three additional adult victims were transported by ambulance to a hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening. Police said one of the vehicles involved had overturned, though it was not the suspect vehicle.

The investigation is ongoing.

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.