Injury Crash
Hit-and-Run Crash Reported on Southbound I-5 Near State Route 198
Incident record
July 24, 2026
5:44 p.m.
southbound Interstate 5 just north of State Route 198
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 100°F · 11 mph wind
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A hit-and-run traffic collision with injuries was reported on southbound Interstate 5 just north of State Route 198 in California, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The incident was logged at 5:44 p.m. on July 24, with temperatures near 100 degrees at the time.
Dispatch did not specify how many people were hurt, how many vehicles were involved, or what led to the crash before the responsible driver left the scene.
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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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