Injury Crash
Crash on Northbound US-101 Near Central Draws Ambulance Response
Incident record
July 23, 2026
12:11 p.m.
northbound U.S. Highway 101 near Central
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
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A traffic collision was reported on northbound U.S. Highway 101 near Central in California shortly after noon, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. Dispatch listed the call as a 1141, meaning an ambulance was requested — a step that often points to possible injuries, though the extent has not been confirmed.
The dispatch entry did not specify how many vehicles were involved, how many people may have been hurt, or what led to the crash.
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California accident information
- 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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