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Hit-and-Run with Injuries Reported on Westbound SR-91 in Santa Ana

By Nationwide Report StaffAugust 24, 2026 at 6:49 a.m.

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Date

August 24, 2026

Time

6:49 a.m.

Roadway

westbound State Route 91 west of Green River

Location

Santa Ana, Orange County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

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A hit-and-run collision with injuries was reported on westbound State Route 91 west of Green River in Santa Ana, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The crash was logged at 6:49 a.m. on Aug. 24, 2026.

Dispatch classified the incident as a hit-and-run with injuries, but did not specify how many people were hurt. The record also did not include the number of vehicles involved or what caused the collision.

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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