All eastbound lanes of the 210 Freeway near Glendora were shut down early Friday after a police pursuit ended in an officer-involved shooting, choking off traffic across the San Gabriel Valley. Emergency crews stayed on scene as investigators locked down the area and pushed motorists toward alternate routes. Commuters were told to brace for serious delays while the investigation plays out.
Pursuit Ends in Gunfire at Arrow Highway and Citrus Avenue
According to NBC Los Angeles, Baldwin Park CHP deputies launched the chase shortly before 3 a.m. after a driver failed to yield. Officers pursued the driver of a white utility vehicle that was wanted in connection with a possible assault on a tow truck driver on the eastbound 210 near Grand Avenue, and the tow truck driver was reportedly injured. The pursuit came to a stop at Arrow Highway and Citrus Avenue, where officers were involved in a shooting. The driver was injured and taken to a local hospital, and the CHP said the eastbound lanes would remain shut down for an unknown length of time.
Recent Trouble Along the 210
The 210 corridor has seen more than its share of drama in recent months. In August 2025, the CHP asked the public for help after a shooting on a nearby stretch of freeway, a case that highlighted ongoing safety concerns and recurring traffic disruptions along the key east-west route through the San Gabriel Valley.
Investigation Grinds On, Drivers Stuck Waiting
CHP investigators remained at the scene and have not released any names or additional information, and the agency said the eastbound lanes would stay closed for an unknown duration, as reported by NBC Los Angeles. Eastbound drivers should expect heavy delays and check Caltrans QuickMap or local traffic reports for detours and real-time updates. This story will be updated as CHP and local agencies release more details.
