Crash
Early-Morning Crash on Northbound I-5 Brings Ambulance to San Diego County
Incident record
October 11, 2026
3:43 a.m.
northbound Interstate 5 south of State Route 76 (North Coast Highway)
San Diego County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
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A traffic collision was reported on northbound Interstate 5 south of State Route 76 (North Coast Highway) in San Diego County at 3:43 a.m. on Oct. 11, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested to the scene, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed in the dispatch entry.
The number of vehicles involved and what led to the crash were not part of the dispatch record, nor was a count of anyone hurt.
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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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