Crash
Northbound 405 Crash at Goldenwest Street Brings Ambulance Call

Incident record
August 6, 2026
2:52 p.m.
northbound Interstate 405 at the Goldenwest Street off-ramp
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 103°F · 5 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on northbound Interstate 405 at the Goldenwest Street off-ramp in California shortly before 3 p.m. on Aug. 6, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested to the scene, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed. The crash occurred amid extreme afternoon heat with temperatures reported near 103 degrees.
Dispatch records did not specify how many vehicles were involved, how many people may have been hurt, or what caused the collision.
Related resources
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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