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Carmichael Crash on Winding Way Brings Ambulance Response

By Nationwide Report StaffSeptember 25, 2026 at 7:28 a.m.

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Date

September 25, 2026

Time

7:28 a.m.

Roadway

Winding Way at Barrett Road

Location

Carmichael, Sacramento County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

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A traffic collision was reported on Winding Way at Barrett Road in Carmichael at 7:28 a.m. Sept. 25, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed in the dispatch entry.

The dispatch record did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the crash, and no injury count was given beyond the ambulance request.

Source: CHP dispatch records

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Injury statute of limitations: 2 years (From date of injury (CCP 335.1).)
Wrongful death statute of limitations: 2 years (From date of death (CCP 377.60).)
Fault rule: California uses pure comparative negligence: partial fault reduces recovery proportionally but does not bar it.
Citations: CCP 335.1 (SoL); CCP 377.60 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Li v. Yellow Cab
Crash report agency: California Highway Patrol (CHP 190 request) for CHP-investigated crashes; local police/sheriff otherwise.

This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.

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