Crash
Late-Night Crash on Southbound I-280 Near Winchester Boulevard Draws Ambulance Response
Incident record
August 26, 2026
11:31 p.m.
southbound Interstate 280 at the Winchester Boulevard off-ramp
Santa Clara County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
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A traffic collision was reported late Wednesday on southbound Interstate 280 at the Winchester Boulevard off-ramp in Santa Clara County, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The report, logged at 11:31 p.m., noted an ambulance was en route, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed.
The dispatch entry did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what led to the crash, and no injury count was provided.
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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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