Terrifying moment row of cars totaled on LA street — and the shocking police response
A large truck in North Hollywood caused significant damage after it struck a roadside tree branch, leading to a chain reaction that totaled several parked cars. Witnesses reported the truck continued down the street with the branch dragging alongside, striking multiple vehicles. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the police stated it was an accident with no arrests made.
- ▪The incident occurred on La Maida Street around 10:30 a.m. on Saturday.
- ▪The truck struck a large branch, which became lodged and damaged 12 parked cars.
- ▪No injuries were reported, and the LAPD confirmed it was an accident.
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Metro Terrifying moment row of cars totaled on LA street — and the shocking police response By Daniel Farr Published May 26, 2026, 8:56 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google A quiet morning in North Hollywood descended into mayhem after a large truck hauling stacked U-Haul pods struck a massive roadside tree branch, unleashing a chaotic chain reaction that smashed a row of parked cars and left stunned witnesses who watched the destruction unfold. The Los Angeles Police Department told The California Post the incident happened Saturday around 10:30 a.m. on La Maida Street.Officers responded and found the truck had struck a large branch that ripped off and became lodged between the truck and trailer.
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