Worst wreck I've seen so far

Worst wreck I've seen so far! In my job, I come across a TON of wrecks. Unfortunately, some of them are fatal. Some of them are incredibly bad yet by some miracle the drivers were unharmed. This is one of those cases. Upon first sight, I was positive that the driver of both the tractor and tow truck were deceased. Looking inside of the cabs, it didn't seem possible to walk out of that. I did find it odd it wasn't reported to us that it was a fatal, as that is a whole process and coroner has to be involved before we do.

Luckily, to my surprise, I found out both drivers were alive. And not just alive, but alive and no serious harm. The tow truck driver was walking around the scene and got picked up by his company. The driver of the tractor I was told was also fine, but then later found out she had injuries to her lower half from the accident. Horrible situation and I wish her a speedy recovery.

I won't get into speculation on who's at fault or how it happened, and I also took a ton of time to blur out logos and addresses. Please don't mention the companies involved if you know of them. To start the job, despite looking insane, I started simple. The main thing was a chassis stuck between the semi and the tow truck. So naturally my goal was to remove the chassis from the equation so the tractor and tow truck could be towed separately.

I was only called for the tractor and chassis; CHP called Sanders towing for the car and tow truck. Rigging was on point, and once the chassis was removed, all other pieces fell into place perfectly and we cleared the scene quickly.

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[jenniferbeyer]

Its amazing both drivers are alive. Prayers for the lady, hoping she heals well.
The 5 wheel ripped off like that is mind blowing.

[normawade]

Hard to believe that Semi driver wasn't a fatal, sure hope she wasn't badly hurt and gets a full recovery. Really looked like a mess but you sure figured it out quick and you boys got 'er done!! Great work to the Pep's crew and another great video. Thanks!!😊

[derneuburger]

Holy s***, what a mess and both drivers alive is nothing short of a miracle. Thanks for the sho. Greetings from Germany

[Robin-entj]

I can't believe that they both lived. That's some kind of miracle. I'm always so impressed with how you guys clean up accident. That's a true talent, and a scary job. I hate that they don't stop traffic. It puts everyone in danger. From the fire departments to the EMS who work the scene, to you guy taking care ofthe vehicles. Great job.

[kimpeters]

Josh I've been watching your video's for about 2 weeks now. There are 2 things that impress me most about you sir. Your knowledge of recovering these vehicles and more importantly your work ethics. I'm 75 and watching younger generations standing waiting for others to do what they could and should do baffles me. You are always checking and doing everything, you remind me of how I was when I was working or doing nearly anything. As always thanks for the great content, stay safe guys.

[mariacarbonell]

This is a Man who knows his shit and loves doing it. Passion with the knowledge to back it up is a commodity that only grows naturally.

[stevebarde]

Josh, I am sorry to hear about the gal in one of the trucks was injured, I also hope she makes a speedy recovery, please get better soon 🙏🏻🙇🏻🙏🏻

[autumnful]

I love your truck I’m 71 years old and I’ve always loved these big beautiful tow trucks. Fantastic job.

[jamesmorehouse]

Thank you for letting us know more of the drivers 🙏

[lauriejimenez]

We were there and my husband was a Good Samaritan who helped them before LACoFD arrived. He assisted the female driver. Prayers for all impacted.

[janetteepearson]

The best towing skills I have ever seen! Fist bump to all you guys. Good communication and team work, AMAZING 👏

[landoncook]

Mind blown that this didnt result in a fatal. Especially after watching the short clip of the dash cam. I hope that tractor driver makes a full recovery. Great work by you and your team!

[lynnmeese]

Such a fast hook up and removal. As always Josh, fantastic narrative and clear videos. Clean, fast, and precise! Thanks! ❤

[desertrat]

Awesome video Josh !!! Very quick recovery of those wrecked trucks . Those cabs on both trucks definitely looked like a double fatality accident . Both those drivers were very lucky not to get severely injured . The wrecked flatbed tow trucks looks to be a Hino cab /chassis and it looked like the cab held up to that impact

[BFT]

Thank you for sharing Joshua! Appreciate all of your hard work brother.

[DeenChuck]

Another great video! The way you talk us through the job and your thinking process is awesome.

[oic]

2 mins from my home. Trip to Home Depot was canceled because of that. Was brutal for sure, watching CHP and the Fire Dept fly down DB Blvd was crazy, it was like a "calling all cars" situation. Good work as always guys, that section of fwy is vital, you guys were quick considering the severity.

[Cantsaydog]

I am so glad I retired from truck in 3 1/2 years ago I did it for 13 years all over the United States no speeding tickets no accidents I could still be driving but I get off the road because of all the road rage

[jimmccabe]

Your content is always great. All your crews expertise is amazing as well as your team work. Thanks.

[DiabloBlanquecino]

As a senior in high school i worked on weekends doing footers or foundations for new home construction and one morning for no reason i hid and didn’t answer the door when the boss came to pick me up and on his way to the job site he rear ended a semi and the trenching machine on the back of his truck came forward and completely crushed the passenger side of his truck cab. I would’ve been dead no doubt about it. What told me to hide and not go to work that morning when i never missed work?🙏🏿