Car Accident News Archive
Vacaville Single Car Crash Kills Teen Driver, Injures 5 Passenger
July 28, 2010
AAuthorities are investigating a single-car crash that killed one teenager and injured five passengers last night in Solano County. The car accident occurred at about 8:40pm in the intersection of Vacaville Valley road and Pleasant Valley Road.
One Killed, Two Injured in Car-Big Rig Collision
July 19, 2010
At least one person died while two others sustained injuries after a car crashed into a big rig the other day, reports said. According to reports, the Toyota sedan was moving southbound along Golden State Boulevard when the driver suddenly made a dangerous left turn onto Olive Avenue, collided with the northbound Producers Dairy big rig, and crashed into a utility pole.
Oxnard Mom pleads not guilty in Fatal Crash that killed Daughter
July 7, 2010
Thirty-seven year old Judith Ramirez has pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against her involving a single-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of her 17-year old daughter last May.
1 killed, 1 injured in car collision
July 5, 2010
A driver was killed while his passenger suffered serious injuries Saturday morning when the sports car he was driving veered off the road and hit a tree, said the police.
Woman killed after fatal accident on I-80
June 28, 2010
A car accident along Interstate 80 has left one woman dead and a man injured Monday morning. According to CHP officer Greg Cassina, the woman, who is around 26 years old, was driving a 2004 Chevrolet Impala on the westbound lane of I-80 around 5:30 a.m.
Car Fell Off Glendora Mountain Road, 2 People Rescued
June 24, 2010
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of a single vehicle crash that resulted in a car being thrown off the side of Glendora Mountain Road early this morning.
210 Freeway crash leaves three people injured
June 23, 2010
At least three people were left injured after two cars collided along Foothill 210 Freeway Wednesday morning. According to CHP Patrol Officer Francisco Villalobos, the accident occurred at around 6:30 a.m. on the westbound lane of the freeway near N. Vernon Avenue.
Passenger killed in Mooney car crash
June 21, 2010
A passenger was fatally injured Saturday afternoon after the car he was riding crashed with another vehicle between Visalia and Tulare, reports said.
Actress involved in multiple car crash after "paparazzi chase"
June 11, 2010
"Mad men" star January Jones' SUV hits three parked cars after an alleged "paparazzi" chase on Thursday at 9 p.m. The police said Jones, who portrays Betty Draper, lost control on her Ranger Rover and struck three parked vehicles near her house in Los Angeles.
Driver suspected of DUI after a head-on crash
June 10, 2010
A head-on collision on Highway 49 caused minor injuries to two men and left one woman in critical condition, Wednesday night, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported.
Driver Uninjured after Falling Down Precipice while Avoiding Deer
June 2, 2010
A 22-year-old driver has escaped injuries after falling off a precipice while trying to avoid a deer along Kanan Dume Road.
Three people killed in Southern CA 101 Freeway
May 24, 2010
At least three people were killed in a second accident in Southern California 101 Freeway in Sherman Oaks.California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that three men and a woman were involved in a three-car crash and came out of their car to exchange information.
LAPD Lands atop other Vehicles after Crash in South LA
May 21, 2010
Authorities are currently investigating a car crash in South Los Angeles that involved a Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) patrol car this morning.
Car Smashes on a wall, Driver Arrested
May 12, 2010
A car split into two after hitting a concrete wall while travelling down the southbound I-15 just after midnight Tuesday. All four people in the car miraculously survived.
Responding LAPD officers involved in car accident
May 11, 2010
Two LAPD officers were involved in a car collision in Silver Lake, Monday night while being dispatched to respond to a reported robbery-in-progress at Virgil and Lockwood Avenues.
Driver dies in solo crash in Winchester
May 7, 2010
A motorist suffered fatal injuries after his vehicle crashed in Winchester early Friday, the California Highway Patrol said.
Disney star Demi Lovato Uninjured after First Car Crash
May 5, 2010
Disney star Demi Lovato sustained no injuries after a car crash on Tuesday.
Woman Dies in Foresthill Crash, Another Injured
April 20, 2010
A 52-year-old Foresthill woman died after being involved in a two-vehicle crash that also injured another driver Monday morning, the California Highway Patrol said.
Car Slams into Restaurant, Diners Injured
April 12, 2010
At least three diners were injured after a Nissan Altima crashed into a strip mall restaurant at Lindley Avenue intersection recently, reports said.
Lake Elsinore Councilman Sentenced after Pleading Guilty to DUI Charges
April 6, 2010
A Lake Elsinore city councilman has been sentenced to three years of informal probation and six days in custody after he pleaded guilty to two counts of misdemeanor DUI.
Driver Flees after Crashing into Pizza Hut
March 9, 2010
Authorities are trying to locate the whereabouts of a driver who fled after crashing his car into a Pizza Hut along Dakota and Cedar Avenues.
Suspected Drunken Driver Arrested after Pacific Coast Fatal Crash
March 6, 2010
Authorities have arrested a suspected drunken driver following a deadly crash that occurred along Pacific Coast (1) Highway in Dana Point.
Crash Kills Three Children, Injures Five
March 02, 2010
A head-on collision in Madera County has taken the life of three children and injured five other vehicle occupants Tuesday afternoon, reports said.
Two Sports Cars Fell in Marsh after Huntington Beach Car Accident
February 24, 2010
Two sports cars crashed into a marsh after colliding with each other last night in Huntington Beach.
Police Searching for Driver who Fled from 2 Hit-and Run Accidents
February 23, 2010
The California Highway Patrol is looking for the driver who fled two hit and run accidents, one resulting to the death of his passenger, on the 10 Freeway last night.
Speeding Driver Slams into Wall, Killed
February 22, 2010
A Cadillac driver who was reportedly going at a high speed along Interstate 5 was ejected from the vehicle and killed Monday after hitting a freeway sound wall, the California Highway Patrol said.
Ojai man injured in Ventura car crash
February 18, 2010
A 21-year-old man was badly injured after his car crashed into a cement barrier along Highway 33, in Ventura, at about 1:30 a.m. today.
Rio Linda Collision - 1 dead, 5 injured
February 17, 2010
A 45-year-old woman was killed and five other persons were hurt in a high-speed collision in Rio Linda, Tuesday night.
Two People Hospitalized after Three-Vehicle Collision
February 16, 2010
At least two people have been sent to the hospital following a three-vehicle collision along the southbound 405 freeway.
DUI Suspect Hits Police Car; Arrested
February 14, 2010
A woman suspected to be driving under the influence of alcohol was arrested after hitting a San Diego Police Department vehicle along Interstate 5 Saturday night, reports said.
Study: Crash Rates Unchanged Despite Texting Bans
February 1, 2010
State laws banning drivers from operating cell phones have not resulted to fewer accidents, according to a study released on Friday by insurance group Highway Loss Data Institute.
Woman Extricated After Head-On Crash
January 28, 2010
An unidentified 24-year-old woman had to be extricated from her Buick for almost an hour after a head-on collision near Jamestown Way recently, authorities said.
On-Duty CHP Officer Injured in Kingsburg Accident
January 27, 2010
An on-duty California Highway Patrol (CHP) officer sustained minor injuries when he collided with a car after making a sudden right turn near Kingsburg.
Two People Rescued Car Accident Wreck in State Route 67
January 26, 2010
Two people had to be extricated from their vehicles after a head-on collision this afternoon in State Route 67 near Willow Road.
Alleged DUI Driver Arrested after Fatal Accident
January 25, 2010
Authorities have arrested a driver on suspicion of driving under the influence following a collision that left one person dead and two others injured.
Driver’s Medical Condition May Have Caused Crash
January 21, 2010
According to authorities, the driver was moving west along 17th Street in a Honda Civic when he smashed into the east side of Coast Hand Car Wash.
State trooper Dies in Lake Charles Car Collision
January 13, 2010
A state trooper died last Tuesday in a vehicle accident. Police identified the fatality as Duane Dalton, 39, from Louisiana.
Suspected DUI Driver Charged with Vehicular Manslaughter
January 5, 2010
A suspected drunken driver was charged with one felony count of gross vehicular manslaughter and another felony count of fleeing an accident scene after rear-ending another vehicle and causing the death of an 18-year-old woman this past weekend.
Sonoma Authorities Beef Up DUI Programs
December 17, 2009
Authorities are beefing up their checkpoint program which aims to keep drunk drivers off the road during the holiday season, the California Highway Patrol said Thursday.
Hit-and-Run Driver Triggers Chain Accident in I-5
December 11, 2009
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) are now looking for a hit-and-run driver who caused a chain accident that injured at least 2 people on the northbound I-5 freeway north of Alicia Parkway.
Student to Spend 543 Days in Detention for Fatal Crash
December 10, 2009
A federal judge has sentenced the 17-year-old who pled guilty to gross vehicular manslaughter last month to spend 547 days in a juvenile detention camp in connection with a fatal DUI crash in October.
Tiger Woods Suffered Injuries from Car Accident
November 27, 2009
Tiger Woods was involved in a car accident in Florida early morning last Friday. The accident happened while Woods was driving his Cadillac Escalade on the driveway and suddenly he hit a fire hydrant and a tree located on his neighbor’s house.
Collision Kills Elderly Driver, Passenger
November 17, 2009
An unidentified 85-year-old Coarsegold woman driving with a 90-year-old man died after their vehicle, a Hyundai, rolled over several times before hitting an oncoming Ford pick-up from the opposite lane, the California Highway patrol said.
Reality Star Stephanie Pratt Arrested for DUI
Oct. 19, 2009
The Los Angeles Police Department has announced the arrest of reality star Stephanie Pratt of “The Hills” on charges of driving under the influence of alcohol early Sunday morning.
Point Break actress Lori Petty pleaded DUI charge
Sep. 4, 2009
Point Break actress Lori Petty pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor DUI charge with injury when she allegedly hit a skateboarder, who suffered minor injuries, with her car in Venice last May. Petty will receive five-years of informal probation.
SUV and Big Rig Truck Crash Injures Three People
Aug. 28, 2009
A multiple vehicle crash has left three people trapped and injured at an intersection on Katella Avenue and Los Alamitos Boulevard.
Sheriff's Deputy Injured in Collision
Aug. 17, 2009
A Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputy and another person were injured after a collision at an intersection in Covina.
Speeding SUV collides with Bus, Injures Four
Aug. 11, 2009
A speeding SUV crashed onto a Fresno Ares Express bus Tuesday Afternoon on North Avenue leaving at least four injured, authorities said.
Woman in Boyfriend's Car-Surfing Death Gets 1 Year in Jail
July 29, 2009
Athena Ford, 20, of Sunnyvale pleaded no contest to felony vehicular manslaughter after driving a car while her boyfriend was on the roof of the vehicle which caused his death.
Artie Lange Charged with DUI
July 10, 2009
“Howard Stern Show” regular and author of the best-selling book “Too Fat to Fish” Artie Lange was charged of driving under the influence of intoxicant and careless driving after an accident in Central New Jersey Friday afternoon, police said.
Teen Driver, Passenger, Dies after Losing Control of Vehicle
June 12, 2009
A teen driver and passenger were killed after losing control over the vehicle in an early Thursday morning solo crash, the California Highway Patrol said.
Grandmother Shields Kids, Hit by Speeding Car
May 21, 2009
The California Highway Patrol received reports Thursday morning that a woman was injured after she shielded her two grandchildren from a speeding car.
Woman Killed After Car Crashes into Store
May 11, 2009
A woman was killed on Monday afternoon when a car suddenly lost control and crashed into a liquor store in Compton, authorities said.
Crash Killed 71-year-Old Woman, Injured Racing Driver
May 7, 2009
An elderly woman in her Mazda was killed after she appeared to run a red light and was hit by a Dodge Pickup Truck Thursday afternoon, authorities said.
Infant in Collision, in Stable but Serious Condition
April 29, 2009
A baby is said to be in stable condition after being thrown out of a vehicle in a collision Tuesday night, authorities said.
Car crash on I-805 kills toddler
April 15, 2009
A toddler was killed early Wednesday after the car he was riding on was hit by an out-of-control BMW along Interstate 805, south of Imperial Avenue.
SUV rollover injures 2, kills 1
April 14, 2009
A sports utility vehicle (SUV) got involved in a single vehicle rollover crash, Monday afternoon along Interstate 5 near Coalinga.
Crash Causes Road Closure in Garden Grove
February 12, 2009
A crash along Garden Grove Boulevard has caused all lanes to be closed after a vehicle collided into the center divider Thursday morning, authorities said.
Car Injures Two Pedestrian
February 4, 2009
Two men sustained injuries after being hit by a vehicle while they were crossing a street last Tuesday.
Car Crash Kills Four in Colton
February 2, 2009
Four people were killed in a car crash in Colton last Sunday. The accident happened on the 215 Freeway near South La Cadena Drive.
Two Die in Multiple Car Collision
January 19, 2009
Two drivers were killed after being in a multiple car collision caused by a drunk driver last Saturday.
Multiple vehicle collision occurs in Fullerton
January 15, 2009
A multiple vehicle collision occurred in Fullerton injuring drivers last Thursday afternoon.
Two Die in Multiple Car Collision
January 19, 2009
Two drivers were killed after being in a multiple car collision caused by a drunk driver last Saturday.
Multiple vehicle collision occurs in Fullerton
January 15, 2009
A multiple vehicle collision occurred in Fullerton injuring drivers last Thursday afternoon.
Car race causes multiple-vehicle pileup
January 12, 2009
A six-vehicle crash occurred on the Pomona Freeway in East Los Angeles caused by two vehicles that apparently have been racing, causing the westbound lane to be shut down for over an hour last Monday.
SUV Hits Car, Driver in Trauma
January 14, 2009
A man suffered minor trauma and was hospitalized when an SUV hit his car after it ran a red light at the intersection of Orangewood and State College.
Father Kills 16-month-old Daughter
January 11, 2009
A 16-month-old girl was killed after her father accidentally ran over her with his car last Saturday.
2 Killed, 2 Others Critically Injured in Fatal Car Crash
January 11, 2009
Two people died and another two were critically injured after a car crash in 57 freeway south of Imperial Highway, early morning Sunday.
Motorcycle Collides With Truck, Driver Badly Injured
January 8, 2009
A Victorville motorcyclist was badly hurt after colliding with a pickup truck near Bear Valley and Amethyst Roads, on January 8.
Crash kills woman and 5-year-old boy, Injures 11-year-old girl
January 7, 2009
A woman and a 5-year-old boy were killed after a crash in Hollywood on the early morning of January 7, which also caused injury to an 11-year-old girl.
Man Critically Injured After Hit by Car
January 6, 2009
A Roseville pedestrian was critically injured after a car struck him at Harding Boulevard at Douglas Boulevard early Tuesday.
Two-Car Crash Kills Pregnant Woman at I-5
January 4, 2009
A Tijuana woman and her unborn child were killed and four others were injured in a two-car crash happened early Sunday on Interstate 5 in Carlsbad.
Woman Dies when Struck by Two Cars
December 5, 2008
Sacramento CA- A woman died after two cars struck her while crossing Folsom Boulevard, Friday night.
Driver killed on Route 76 Crash
November 26, 2008
A 26-year old man from West Covina died Wednesday when the car he was driving collided with a pick-up truck on state Route 76, reports said.
Car Crash Kills One in I-580
November 25, 2008
An unidentified person driving a red sedan died in a fatal collision last week near Portola Avenue exit at Interstate Highway 580, the California Highway Patrol reported.
Vehicle Collision Kills Driver, Injures Four
November 17, 2008
A driver died and four more injured including the driver of another vehicle, in a collision happened in southern Fresno County, Sunday afternoon.
Four College Students Die in Collision
November 17, 2008
Four college students died after their car collided with another vehicle on Napa Valley highway last Saturday.
Two-Car Crash Injures 3 People, DUI Driver Arrested
November 12, 2008
Three people were injured in a two-car crash caused allegedly by a drunk driver, Monday morning.
Car Accident kills a Sheriff’s deputy in Sacramento
November 12, 2008
A 13-year veteran with the sheriff's department has died from injuries he sustained from a fatal crash, Wednesday.
Pedestrian Dies in a Hit and Run Accident
November 11, 2008
A pedestrian was killed after being involved in a hit and run accident last Monday morning.
Car Crashes into 7-11
November 10, 2008
A 7-11 store was damaged when a car driven by unlicensed teen ran in front of it, Monday morning.
LA County Deputy Sheriff and Another Person Seriously Injured in Car Crash
November 10, 2008
A car crash involving an L.A. sheriff deputy and a horse trainer occurred Saturday at the intersection of Arrow Highway and Sunflower Avenue.
Car Crash Kills One and Injures One
November 06, 2008
A person was killed and another got injured after being involved in a single car accident in the Angeles National Forest last Thursday morning.
Car accident in Laguna Niguel Kills Teen Driver
November 04, 2008
An 18-year-old driver was killed when his car hit a traffic pole in Laguna Niguel.
Car Collision in Hayward Kills Old Man
November 04, 2008
A 64-year-old man was killed after his car was struck by another car on Interstate 880, on Sunday afternoon.
Car-Truck Pile up Injures Two
October 29, 2008
Two people were injured after a car-truck pile up last Wednesday.
Car Crash in Coachella Kills Four People
October 27, 2008
Four people were killed in an auto accident near Coachella, wherein three children were thrown out from a car that spun out and was split into two.
Unidentified Victim Dies in Car Crash
October 23, 2008
An unidentified victim was killed after being thrown off when two vehicles collided, Thursday night, October 23.
Car Hits Little Boy Going to School
October 21, 2008
An unidentified young boy who was on his way to school, was hit by a car and knocked off his bicycle on Tuesday morning, October 21.
Car injures 16-year-old skateboarder
October 21, 2008
A 16-year-old skateboarder was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle last Sunday night.
Driver dies and kills 15-year-old boy
October 16, 2008
A 15-year-old boy was killed after being struck by a car on Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills last Wednesday.
5-year-old boy Dies in Grandmother’s Lap
October 16, 2008
A 5-year-old boy died while sitting on his grandmother's lap after she crashed their car in Antelope, north of Sacramento last Tuesday.
Natomas Man Killed in Car Crash by Underage Driver
October 13, 2008
Aman Khanna moved to the US ten years ago from India to look for a better life. With a wife and three daughters to support, he shuttled back and forth every day between two jobs.
Intoxicated Man Dies in Oncoming Traffic
October 11, 2008
A man died after he stepped into oncoming traffic and struck by a car in Redondo Beach last Friday.
Identical Twin Brothers Die in a Car Crash
September 30, 2008
Identical twin brothers died in a car accident in Hollywood Hills neighborhood last Monday.
Drunk Driver Charged In Crash that Killed a Taxi Driver
September 30, 2008
A 29-year-old man who was suspected of drunk driving and causing a collision in Hollywood was charged with DUI and gross vehicular manslaughter.
Four Vehicles Kill Man
September 23, 2008
A man was killed after being hit by four vehicles last Saturday night.
Vehicle strikes two Canoga Park High Students
September 19, 2008
Two female teenagers who are studying at the Canoga Park High School were struck by a vehicle early in the morning at the Canoga Park.
Elderly Couple Killed in Car Accident at Rowland Heights
September 16, 2008
An elderly couple were standing in the street, taking photographs of the full moon when they were hit and killed by a car, according to California Highway Patrol officers.
Police Nabs Hit-and-Run Driver
September 11, 2008
Police nabbed a driver alleged in a hit-and-run crash in Santa Ana, Tuesday morning, September 9.
Car Crash Injures Mother and Son
September 7, 2008
A woman and her son were severely injured when their car collided with a minivan on Palmdale Boulevard last Thursday, September 4.
Speeding Lamborghini kills in a Crash
September 04, 2008
A driver of a Lamborghini died after being involved in a high-speed single-car crash on the 101 freeway last Saturday.
Woman Hit by Suspected Drunk Driver While Jogging
August 28, 2008
A 46-year-old woman who was jogging along the border of the Thousand Oaks and Oaks Park was hit and killed by a suspected drunk driver.
Victim’s Family in Fatal Hit-And-Run Appeal for Help
August 21, 2008
The family of the 15-year old girl who died when a man intentionally crash his GMC Safari van into the taco stand has asked the public for information to help them in arresting the man responsible for the fatal accident at 1709 N. Willowbrook Avenue.
Two People Injured in Harbor Freeway Collision
August 21, 2008
At least two persons were injured when two vehicles collided near El Segundo Boulevard, causing the two lanes of the Harbor Freeway to be closed down to traffic for several hours.
Fatal Crash Suspect Charged After Release from Hospital
August 20, 2008
The California Highway Patrol has announced that the driver of the 1941 DeSoto involved in a fatal crash last month has been charged with gross vehicular manslaughter, following his release from the hospital.
Around 200,000 BMW Vehicles To be Recalled
August 13, 2008
The German automaker giant BMW AG plans to recall 200,000 vehicles after finding out that the front passenger air bag may not deploy in a crash.
Car Crash Kills Plane Pilot in Needles
August 12, 2008
The San Bernardino County sheriff’s office has reported the death of an unidentified plane pilot in a car crash that occurred about 10 miles west of Needles.
Crash Kills Hit and Run Suspect
August 11, 2008
A 20-year old man fleeing from the scene of a hit-and-run accident was killed instantly when he struck a parked car and rolled over, the police reported.
4 Dead in 91 Freeway Car Accident
August 08, 2008
At least four young men were killed after the car they were riding slammed into a palm tree on the eastbound lane of Riverside (91) Freeway in Corona.
Truck Driver in Crash, Stabs Witness
July 28, 2008
Authorities have arrested a 29-year-old parolee responsible for a vehicle accident involving a stolen pickup truck, which crashed in South Orange Avenue, Santa Ana.
Actor in Car Collision Charged with Drunk Driving
July 28, 2008
Actor Shia LeBeouf and two other people were charged with drunk driving after being injured in a car collision recently.
Two Incidents of Freeway Crashes Reported
July 08, 2008
Two separate accidents occurred in 210 Freeway and Santa Monica Freeway involving a car and a parked trailer and in another, a car that crashed in a bridge support pillar.
OC Abductor Killed in Car Accident
July 07, 2008
The Orange County Sheriff’s office has announced the death of the Lake Forest man in a car crash in Juarez, Mexico.
NHTSA Calls on Motorists to Observe Vehicle Safety in Hot Weather
July 02, 2008
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has urged motorists to take safety precaution before going out to drive in hot weather.
Car Collision Injures Motorcycle Officer in Downtown LA
July 01, 2008
A collision accident, involving a car and a motorcycle, has occurred in the intersection of 5th Street and Stanford Avenue in downtown Los Angeles.
Suspected Drunk SUV Driver Kills Toddler in Rialto
July 01, 2008
Authorities have arrested the man involved in fatal car crash that killed a two-year child and injured three other family members in Rialto.
Cellphone Law Violators Warned of Felony Charges
June 19, 2008
Motorists caught violating the cellphone law, which is due to take effect on July 1, may face civil penalties or jail term if they cause a fatal accident.
Hit -and-run Claims Young Pedestrian’s Life in East LA
June 18, 2008
Authorities are seeking the identity of the driver who struck and killed a nine-year old boy in East Los Angeles recently.
Multi-vehicle Crash Kills Teenager in San Fernando Valley
June 18, 2008
Authorities have reported the death of a teenage girl in a multi-vehicle crash on the San Diego (405) Freeway near Victory Boulevard in San Fernando Valley recently.