Crash
Hit-and-Run on Northbound I-5 in California Leaves Injuries Reported
By Nationwide Report Staff
Incident record
Incident record
Date
August 19, 2026
Time
7:33 p.m.
Roadway
northbound Interstate 5 at Lincoln Avenue
Location
California
State
California
Vehicles
—
Injuries
1 injured
Fatalities
None reported
Report
Report body
A hit-and-run traffic collision with injuries was reported on northbound Interstate 5 at Lincoln Avenue in California on Aug. 19, 2026, at approximately 7:33 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records.
The dispatch entry classified the crash as involving injuries but did not specify how many people were hurt. The number of vehicles involved and the cause of the collision were not part of the record.
Related resources
Related resources
Legal context
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.
Nearby coverage
Recent crashes in California
- Injury Status Not Specified in Eastbound SR-60 Crash at Azusa Avenue
- Southbound I-5 Crash at Brookhurst Street Off-Ramp Under Review
- Eastbound SR-91 Crash Near Spruce Street Prompts Ambulance Response
- Injury Extent Unclear After Crash on Northbound State Route 17
- Tustin Crash on Westbound SR-22 Brings Ambulance Request
- Ambulance Called to Southbound I-15 Crash Near Cantu-Galleano Ranch Road