Crash
Imperial County Hit-and-Run Leaves Injuries Reported on State Route 98
By Nationwide Report Staff
Incident record
Incident record
Date
August 20, 2026
Time
11:35 p.m.
Roadway
State Route 98 at Dogwood Road
Location
Imperial County, CA
State
California
Vehicles
—
Injuries
1 injured
Fatalities
None reported
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A hit-and-run traffic collision with injuries was reported on State Route 98 at Dogwood Road in Imperial County late Aug. 20, 2026, at 11:35 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. Dispatch classified the incident as a hit-and-run with injuries, though further details on severity were not included.
The dispatch entry did not specify how many vehicles were involved, how many people were hurt, or what led to the crash.
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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.
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