Injury Crash

Minor Injuries Reported in Black Road Crash in Santa Barbara County

By Nationwide Report StaffNovember 1, 2026 at 10:40 a.m.

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Incident record

Date

November 1, 2026

Time

10:40 a.m.

Roadway

Black Road at Mahoney Road

Location

Santa Barbara County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

Weather

Light drizzle · 60°F · 5 mph wind

Report

A traffic collision with minor injuries was reported at Black Road at Mahoney Road in Santa Barbara County at approximately 10:40 a.m. on Nov. 1, 2026, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. Light drizzle was falling in the area at the time, dispatch data show.

The dispatch record did not specify how many vehicles were involved, how many people were hurt, or what caused the crash.

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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