Category: Accidents

Two teenagers, a 17-year-old male and an 18-year-old female, died and another 17-year-old male sustained serious injuries following a suspected DUI crash in Riverside, California on a Saturday morning. The incident happened when a Lexus sedan, driven by the now deceased 17-year-old, ran a red light on Wood Road, north of Van Buren Boulevard, as per Riverside Police reports.

The individual behind the wheel of the Lexus was speeding northbound on Wood Road at approximately 5:40 a.m. when they disobeyed the traffic signal at Van Buren Boulevard. Upon entering the intersection, their vehicle collided with a blue Scion car that was traveling east. The Scion was being driven by an adult male, who fortunately did not sustain injuries and remained present at the scene, actively cooperating with investigators.

Following the initial collision, the Lexus continued to propel north, hitting a cement light pole, a wooden electrical pole, and ultimately, a tree. The vehicle then came to a halt and caught fire. The two deceased teenagers were discovered within the fiery Lexus sedan while another 17-year-old male was found significantly injured and sent to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Riverside Police are withholding the identities of the deceased until family members have been appropriately notified. The police have noted alcohol, drugs, and driving at high speeds as potential contributing factors to the collision and have appealed for further information by contacting Traffic Detective Amanda Beeman.

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A tragic incident happened on Halloween in the High Desert region of California when a three-vehicle crash led to one casualty, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department.

The event was reported to have occurred around 1:38 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. Highway 395 and Auburn Avenue, based in Adelanto. The responding officers identified the collision as involving three vehicles: a white Chevrolet Blazer, a blue Volkswagen Golf, and a semi-truck.

Investigations post incident revealed that the Chevrolet Blazer merged into the southbound lanes of Highway 395, sideswiping the Volkswagen Golf travelling in the same direction. This event caused both vehicles to cross into the northbound lanes, resulting in the Blazer colliding head-on with the semi-truck.

The driver of the Chevrolet Blazer was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. Their identity has been withheld pending the notification of the next of kin. Other parties involved in the collision, namely the drivers of the semi-truck and the Volkswagen Golf, were determined to be uninjured by the authorities.

The investigation into the fatal collision is continuing. Deputy J. Guzman at the Victor Valley Sheriffs Station is encouraging anyone with useful information to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted to the We-Tip line at 1-800-782-7463.

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In the High Desert area, a fatal incident occurred on Halloween involving three vehicles, as reported by the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department. The event unfolded around 1:38 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. Highway 395 and Auburn Avenue in Adelanto, where deputies arrived in response to a reported multi-car collision.

The collision involved a white Chevrolet Blazer, a blue Volkswagen Golf, and a semi-truck. Prior to the three-vehicle collision, the Chevrolet and Volkswagen had been involved in a separate incident, which resulted in the Chevrolet veering into the path of the semi-truck. The investigation revealed that the Chevrolet had merged into the southbound lanes of Highway 395, sideswiping the Volkswagen Golf travelling in the same direction. Following the impact, both vehicles crossed into the northbound lanes, where the Chevrolet ended up colliding head-on with the semi-truck.

The Chevrolets driver was declared deceased on the scene. As protocol dictates, their identity is being withheld until next of kin can be notified. Fortunately, both the driver of the semi-truck and the Volkswagen sustained no injuries in the incident, as stated by authorities.

The Sheriffs Department encourages anyone with information that can contribute to the investigation to contact Deputy J. Guzman at Victor Valley Sheriffs Station at 760-552-6800. Anonymous submissions can be made through We-Tip at 1-800-782-7463 or online.

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An incident that occurred early Friday morning has left two individuals in the hospital, after they were run over by a driver during a street takeover in Anaheim. The victims are only identified as males hailing from Lancaster and Orange, respectively. The street takeover attracted hundreds of bystanders at the intersection of Orangewood Avenue and State College Boulevard around 2 a.m. Many continued sporting their Halloween costumes as they witnessed the event, some capturing the fallout on their mobile devices.

The driver, using a black Dodge Charger, was caught on video revving the vehicles engine, performing high-speed donuts and burnouts. This created a smoky atmosphere, heightened by fireworks exploding in the vicinity and the collective cheers from onlookers. At some juncture, the driver lost control of the vehicle, running over some bystanders and trapping two individuals beneath the car. Social media video footage showed people trying to lift the Charger to free the trapped victims.

Subsequent to the incident, the victims were swiftly transported to a hospital with severe injuries. However, they remained in stable condition by Friday night. Meanwhile, amidst the ensuing chaos, the driver managed to escape the scene before the police arrival. Majority of the spectators had dispersed by the time police reached the scene.

Sgt. Jacob Gallacher from the Anaheim Police Department observed that social media plays a crucial role in publicizing such events. The City of Anaheim had passed a law back in 2021, enabling the police to penalize spectators at street takeovers. In this recent event, the uncontrolled gathering spanned at least an hour, according to witness Jack Wyluda.

The suspect driver, who is wanted by the police, likely faces felony hit-and-run charges. Police are currently examining social media videos of the event to aid with investigations. It is believed that more injuries from the incident are unreported. The Anaheim Police Department is appealing for information related to the incident and can be reached at 714-765-1900.

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A fatal multi-vehicle accident occurred on the 405 Freeway in Carson on Monday night, leading to one death and leaving another person in critical condition. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to a call at 9:53 p.m. regarding a possible wrong-way driver that resulted in a collision involving four to five vehicles in the southbound lanes near Avalon Boulevard.

Los Angeles County Fire crews confirmed the fatality at the scene and transported the critically injured patient. The identities of the victims have not yet been disclosed. Additional injuries were reported; however, the severity of those injuries remains unclear. The CHP issued a full freeway closure on the southbound 405 at 10:30 p.m. as the crash was under investigation.

Speculation is that a wrong-way driver may have caused the tragic accident, which will be confirmed as the investigation progresses. During the crisis, traffic was diverted off the freeway at Avalon Boulevard, and drivers were advised to use alternative routes. The lanes, initially having no estimated reopening time, had traffic backed up for miles.

Acknowledging the traffic bottleneck, Sky5 reported that the congestion extended for miles at 10:30 p.m. The incident concluded with an announcement from CHP at 4 a.m. on Tuesday, stating that the SigAlert had ended, and all lanes were open again.

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A 62-year-old man, Ezekial Avendano Lopez, was taken into custody on suspicion of causing a fatal multi-vehicle wreck while trying to evade law enforcement, as detailed by the Riverside Police Department on Monday.

The incident can be traced back to October 24, when Fontana detectives had made Lopez the subject of an investigation. At one point during the process, he reportedly rammed his vehicle into an unmarked police car and subsequently fled the scene. The reasons behind the initial investigation into Lopez have not been disclosed.

Following a brief loss of track, detectives later discovered Lopezs white Nissan Maxima involved in a significant traffic accident, taking place at Riverwalk Parkway and Collett Avenue crossroads in the La Sierra district.

The multi-vehicle crash reports were reportedly received by the Riverside Police around 2:30 p.m. The total number of cars implicated remains unspecified. The later arrestee, Lopez, suffered moderate injuries and was brought to a local hospital for medical attention. A 49-year-old woman who was a passenger in Lopezs vehicle was also hospitalized but ultimately passed away from her injuries. Her identity remains undisclosed.

From the other cars involved in the incident, three individuals sustained minor injuries. After being medically cleared, Lopez was arrested and taken to the Robert Presley Detention Center under charges of assaulting the Fontana detective with a lethal weapon. Currently, Lopez is being held on a $1 million bail. Additional charges concerning the fatal accident are pending.

Investigators are keen to speak with any witnesses who might have seen Lopezs driving just before the accident. The police urge those with pertinent information to reach out to Traffic Detective Jeff Derouin at 951-826-8722 or JDerouin@RiversideCA.gov.

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A fatal multi-vehicle crash occurred on the 405 Freeway in Carson on a Monday night. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that one person has died, and another is in a critical condition. The CHP officers responded to the scene near Avalon Boulevard in the southbound lanes shortly before 10 p.m., where about four to five cars were involved in the crash.

Los Angeles County Fire crews confirmed the fatality and transported the critically injured patient. At this time, the identities of the victims have not been disclosed. According to the CHP, more injuries were reported, but the extent of these injuries is currently unknown.

The 405 Freeways southbound lanes were fully closed at approximately 10:30 p.m. as CHP began their investigations into the crash. The CHP is also looking into reports that the crash may have been caused by a wrong-way driver.

Sky5 provided overhead coverage of the fatal crash site, confirming that authorities are investigating the possibility of a wrong-way driver being involved in causing the incident in October 2024. Traffic was redirected off the freeway at Avalon Boulevard, and motorists were advised to seek alternative routes.

As of now, there is no estimated time when the lanes will be reopened. Reports from Sky5 at the closure time showed significant traffic congestion that extended for miles. Investigations into the incident are currently ongoing, with further updates expected as more information becomes available.

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A two-vehicle collision involving a pedestrian occurred in Rialto, California on Sunday. As reported by the local Rialto Police Department, the crash has resulted in one fatality, one minor injury and an arrest.

Sgt. Smith of the Rialto Police Department confirmed that officers were dispatched to the scene at 6:26 p.m., following reports of a vehicular incident involving a pedestrian. On arriving, it was observed that a green Dodge Caravan had jumped the corner of Etiwanda and Riverside avenues, striking a pedestrian in the process. The pedestrian was reportedly walking his bicycle when the accident occurred.

Preliminary reports suggested that the female driver of the Dodge Caravan was driving south on Riverside Avenue with an intention to turn left and move east on Etiwanda. Failure to yield led to a collision with a black Audi, forcing the Caravan onto the northeast corner of the sidewalk and consequently striking the pedestrian.

The immediate aftermath of the crash left the front end of the Audi severely damaged. The pedestrian, a 50-year-old man, was swiftly transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The Audi contained a 19-year-old driver and his 2-year-old son during the time of the crash. While the father remained unscathed, the son sustained minor injuries and was taken to a hospital.

The driver of the Caravan, a 32-year-old woman, was also hospitalized following the accident. Upon her release, authorities plan to arrest her on charges of driving under the influence. The intersection, where the crash occurred, was re-opened to traffic by 12:30 a.m. on Monday.

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An ambulance belonging to the American Medical Response was involved in a crash in the early hours of Monday on the Vineyard Avenue offramp of the westbound 60 Freeway, in the city of Ontario. The incident was reported to the California Highway Patrol (CHP) around 1:15 AM.

The ambulance, after exiting the freeway, apparently lost control and crashed into some bushes and could have crashed into a pole, after veering over a minor embankment. The extent of damage incurred by the ambulance is evident in videos that surfaced following the incident.

Details pertaining to the ambulances trip, including the presence or absence of a patient onboard during the time of the accident, were not disclosed by the spokesperson for the California Highway Patrol. Furthermore, the conditions of the ambulance driver and any potential passengers in the vehicle remain unknown.

A second ambulance was dispatched to the crash scene. It is yet to be determined whether any individuals were transported to medical facilities for treatment or observation. As far as the crashed ambulance is concerned, it was eventually towed away from the scene. By 2 AM, the involved roadway was cleared and the flow of traffic restored to normalcy, as confirmed by the CHP.

The cause behind the crash is currently under investigation. More details will likely be released upon the conclusion of this inquiry.

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A fatal highway crash took place in Ventura County on Sunday morning, as reported by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The incident occurred at around 6:05 a.m. on Highway 118, west of Rocky Peak Road in Simi Valley.

Authorities found an abandoned car in the center median and discovered two individuals – a 33-year-old woman from Canoga Park and a 54-year-old man from Simi Valley – dead within the highway lanes. The identities of the victims are withheld for the time being until their families are notified.

The preliminary investigation indicates that the female pedestrian crashed her Nissan Altima into the right-side guardrail, subsequently skidding out of control across the westbound lanes of Highway 118, ultimately colliding with the center median wall. Post-crash, she vacated the vehicle and stood in the first lane where she was then struck by a motorcyclist. CHP reports that the collision was so severe that it ejected the man from his 2020 Triumph Truxton motorcycle. Subsequently, both victims and the motorcycle ended up spread across the roadway, west of the crash site.

No arrests have been made and it is currently unclear whether alcohol or drugs played a part in the accident. The tragic incident led to the closure of the left three lanes of westbound Highway 118 in proximity to Rocky Peak Road for roughly four hours, with traffic being redirected through the right lane.

For further information about the deceased, individuals are asked to contact the Ventura County Medical Examiners Office. CHPs Moorpark Area Office advises any potential witnesses who have yet to come forward to provide their statements to contact their office.

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