Category: Accidents

Authorities are reportedly in pursuit of a silver Toyota that was stolen from Ventura, California, as per California Highway Patrol spokespersons statement to KTLA. At present, there is no additional information on whether the vehicle contains any other passengers apart from the suspected driver.

The chase seems to have commenced along the 405 Freeway in the vicinity of Mulholland Drive, located within the Sepulveda Pass. By 11:45 a.m., the pursuit was observed at the intersecting point of the 405 and 710 Freeway, proximate to Long Beach Airport.

Closer to Noon, the suspect continued the chase towards Orange County on the 405 and persistently moved south into Irvine around 12:10 p.m. Twenty minutes later, the vehicle continued south-bound reaching the San Clemente area, with police cars still trailing the vehicle.

The driver has maintained an ordinary highway speed predominantly in the fast lane, despite not showing signs of aggressive or high-speed driving. As of yet, the driver has not yielded to police signals to pull over.

Upon reaching San Diego County, sources reported that the driver, possibly a woman, has a family member liaising with the authorities. Spike strips were employed just north of Camp Pendleton, which lead to superficial damage to the right rear of the vehicle, however, the tires seemed unaffected.

In Oceanside, increased traffic allowed the deployment of another spike strip, which the driver seemed to evade successfully, continuing the chase south towards the San Diego area.

Further developments will be reported as and when they occur. KTLA will provide ongoing updates to the story.

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New details emerged about a fatal collision on Inland Empires freeway leading to a SigAlert. At approximately 4:50 a.m. on Monday, a male and a female reportedly lost their lives in a crash on the eastbound direction of the 60 Freeway near Country Village Road in Jurupa Valley. The incident led to only the westbound HOV lane remaining open for a duration.

The vehicle involved, a black Honda Civic, was traveling east on the 60 when it presumably veered off course and ended up off the freeway. It is understood that the vehicle landed in an adjacent area near Wabash Drive.

Following initial investigations by the California Highway Patrol, it was concluded that the two occupants of the vehicle, both in their forties, were fatally injured in this unfortunate circumstance. The male passenger was ejected from the vehicle during the crash, and his lifeless body was found in the eastbound lanes. The woman who was driving veered off the roadway and crashed into a parked truck of a window company in a business parking lot on Wabash Drive.

The deceased woman was discovered near the site where the Honda Civic collided with the parked box truck. Despite easing the SigAlert by 7:30 a.m. and reopening at least one eastbound lane of the 60 by 6:45 a.m., traffic congestion remained slow-paced, even with the cancellation of the SigAlert later in the morning.

Investigations by the authorities into the specific cause of the fatal incident continue. As of now, it remains unclear what led the woman driving the Civic to lose control. Her identity, like that of the male victim, has not been disclosed.

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According to California Highway Patrol (CHP) sources, authorities in Los Angeles County are currently engaged in the pursuit of a stolen vehicle. The vehicle in question is a silver Toyota, which was reportedly stolen from Ventura, California.

Due to the ongoing nature of the incident, there is presently no information as to whether any other individuals are in the vehicle, aside from the driver.

Initial reports indicate that the chase began along the 405 Freeway, in the vicinity of Mulholland Drive, located in the Sepulveda Pass. By 11:45 a.m., the pursuit had advanced to the 405 and 710 Freeway interchange, in proximity to the Long Beach Airport.

As per the latest updates approaching noon, the vehicle was seen driving southward towards Orange County along the 405 Freeway. The driver in question was not observed to be driving at a high speed. On the contrary, the driver seemed to maintain regular highway speeds in the fast lane. Despite this, the driver has consistently refused to pull over, even though their driving behaviour has not been categorically aggressive.

Media reports confirm that Sky5 news helicopter is monitoring the situation from above. Given that this is an ongoing situation, more details will follow as the story develops, and additional information becomes available.

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A fatal motor accident was reported on Monday morning at the Inland Empires 60 Freeway. The collision claimed at least one life and caused a disruption in the regular traffic flow. According to the primary report, the accident happened at 4:50 am, on the eastbound direction of the 60 Freeway, just west of Country Village Road in Jurupa Valley. The specifics of the crash have not been fully disclosed.

As a response to the incident, a SigAlert was issued. A SigAlert is defined as a notice to motorists warning them of unexpected traffic due to unplanned events like road accidents. Notably, the accident led to the closure of the entire freeway, except for the westbound high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane, marking the initiation of the investigation into the incident. In addition, authorities confirmed that a fatality investigation was in progress.

From the data collected from the California Highway Patrols incident log, the vehicle involved in the collision drifted off the freeway while heading east on the 60, eventually spiraling off the freeway and landing in an attached industrial zone off Wabash Drive. A viewer sent a photograph to KTLA showing a car that had seemingly driven off the freeway and collided with a stationed truck in a parking lot. The truck belonged to a window company associated with her husband.

By 6:45 am, at least one lane of the eastbound 60 had been reopened, but traffic remained slow-moving, as indicated by KTLA traffic reporter Ginger Chan. The SigAlert was called off by 7:30 am. There are no further details regarding the cause of the accident or possible injuries from other parties.

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Over the weekend, San Bernardino County authorities initiated an investigation into the death of a 16-year-old boy involved in an accident while riding his motorized scooter. The accident occurred early Saturday morning in Rancho Cucamongas Central Park area, on Milliken Avenue.

The San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department reported that the teenager and a Volkswagen collided shortly after 1:30 a.m. The car, driven by 56-year-old Lystra Wilson, was heading northbound on Milliken Avenue at the time of the collision. According to the department, the teenager was in the process of crossing the Central Park intersection when the Volkswagen hit him.

The 16-year-old, whose name has not been disclosed by the sheriffs department, was transported to Pomona Valley Hospital following the accident. Unfortunately, his injuries were severe and he was pronounced dead at the hospital.

The Sheriffs Department further clarified that they do not believe impairment was a factor in the incident. The exact cause of the collision, however, remains under review. In their call for anyone with relevant information about the incident to come forward, the authorities provided the contact details for the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department. They also offered an anonymous reporting option via the We-Tip Hotline and website.

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A bus crash in the San Bernardino Mountains on Sunday night has led to a declaration of a mass casualty incident by firefighters. Three dozen individuals were aboard the bus at the time of the accident, details of which remain scarce. The cause of the crash is yet to be established.

California Highway Patrol, the San Bernardino County Fire Department, among other agencies, responded to the incident just before 9 p.m., following reports of an overturned bus on State Route 330 near mile marker 38, in the Fredalba neighborhood of Running Springs. The bus was reportedly returning from a church event, carrying the participants back to Santa Ana.

A witness following the bus, who knew several passengers, disclosed this information to OnScene.TV, a video news service. The witness also added that the passengers aboard the vehicle were primarily young attendees of the church event. Video footage from the scene depicts a myriad of first responders, hastily setting up a triage to evaluate the bus occupants conditions.

San Bernardino County fire officials reported a total of 36 people on the bus, comprising both adults and teenagers. Out of these, 20 patients were transported to the hospital, with three suffering from severe injuries. Other passengers incurred minor injuries, did not require transportation, or reported no injuries. Highway 330, from Live Oak near Running Springs to Highland Avenue in Highland, underwent closure following the crash. As of Monday morning, the highway has been reopened.

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On Sunday night, a tragic incident involving a bus crash in the San Bernardino Mountains led to firefighters declaring a mass casualty situation. Thirty-six individuals were reported to be on the bus at the time of the incident, which ignited on impact.

Multiple agencies, including the California Highway Patrol and the San Bernardino County Fire Department, responded to the incident reports shortly before 9 p.m. The news points to an overturned bus on State Route 330 near mile marker 38 in the Fredalba neighborhood of Running Springs.

An eyewitness, who claimed to know many of the crash victims, provided crucial context to OnScene.TV. According to the witness, the bus occupants were young individuals returning from a church event in Santa Ana. This information is yet to be affirmed by official sources.

First responders from multiple disciplines quickly organized a triage to assess and treat the injured passengers. Video footage from the crash site revealed the substantial effort put in by these teams.

County fire officials revealed that both adults and teenagers were on board the bus at the time of the crash. A total of twenty patients have been admitted to the hospital, three of whom reportedly have severe injuries. The remaining passengers sustained minor injuries or were unharmed and did not require hospital transportation.

As a consequence of the accident, officials closed Highway 330 in both directions, stretching from Live Oak near Running Springs to Highland Avenue in Highland. The duration of the closure remains unknown at this time, leading officials to recommend State Route 18 as an alternative route.

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In South Los Angeles last month, a serious hit-and-run incident resulted in the death of an individual named Ernest Delce. Reportedly, the collision took place around 3 a.m. on October 12 near the intersection of 92nd Street and South Broadway. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) confirmed that they received reports of a fallen motorcyclist at the location, and upon arrival, the rider was found deceased.

The LAPD has acknowledged a hit-and-run call relating to the same date and location have been recorded in their system. However, there has been no release of further information, namely, regarding the suspect vehicle involved in the event. Any additional details, as stated by the department, will be disclosed at a later time.

Coverage by KTLA has shown images of the crash site, clearly depicting a closed intersection due to police tape, and a significantly battered motorbike present at the site. The gathered crowd comprised of law enforcement, bystanders, and grieving loved ones. This victims family was visibly emotional, seen embracing each other.Initially, a car club event was happening near the crash location, though unfolding events caused it to halt.

The family has started an official appeal to aid in covering the inevitable expenses such as funeral costs, legal fees, and other sudden financial requirements in light of this tragic event. The LAPDs Southeast Division is imploring anyone with information about the hit-and-run to come forward.

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An unfortunate incident occurred in South Los Angeles on October 12, where a motorcyclist was struck and killed in a hit-and-run accident, as reported by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). The incident took place around 3 a.m., near the intersection of 92nd Street and South Broadway.

The LAPD officers were dispatched to the scene following reports of a downed motorcycle. The rider was found deceased at the location. The LAPD confirmed that a hit-and-run accident was registered in their system for this date and location.

While no details about the suspect vehicle have been divulged as yet, the department declared that additional information would be made available in due course. Media footage obtained by KTLA depicted the crash aftermath, with the police cordoning off the intersection and a severely damaged motorcycle seen on the roadway.

Numerous law enforcement officials, bystanders, and family members were present at the crash site. Heartbreaking scenes were witnessed as family members were seen mourning the loss of their loved one, visibly shaken by the tragic incident. The event occurred in close proximity to a local car club event.

The family is expected to speak with KTLA on Sunday afternoon. Any individuals having information about the hit-and-run incident are encouraged to contact the LAPDs Southeast Division.

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An ongoing investigation continues into a fatal hit-and-run incident that took place in Long Beach in 2022. The suspected individual, identified as Octavio Montano Islas, 26, is believed to be responsible for the deaths of a father and daughter duo, Jose Palacios-Gonzalez, 42, and his 3-year-old daughter, Samantha Palacios. The tragic incident occurred while the victims were asleep in their residence, situated on the intersection of Artesia Boulevard and Rose Avenue.

On March 1, 2022, around 10 p.m., surveillance footage revealed the suspects vehicle, identified as a 2014 Dodge Ram pickup truck, making a sharp turn at the corner before accelerating along Rose Avenue and colliding with the apartment where the victims were residing. The impact led to Joses immediate demise at the location of the crash. While Samantha was hurriedly transported to a medical facility, she did not survive her injuries.

The suspect, Islas, reportedly vacated the scene on foot and has eluded authorities since then. Based on their investigation, the Long Beach police surmise Islas may have been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.

Official descriptions portray Islas as a man of approximately 5 feet 8 inches in height, weighing around 160 pounds, with distinctive tattoos on his right forearm. He currently has a warrant out for his arrest for two counts of felony manslaughter, one count of felony hit-and-run, and one count of felony driving under the influence.

In an attempt to apprehend Islas, a reward of $20,000 was issued in August 2025 by the Los Angeles County Supervisors Office. This reward was extended further on November 4, 2025. The police request anyone with information to contact Scott Jenson, at the Long Beach Polices Detective Division.

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