Crash

Northbound I-5 Crash Near Terra Bella Street Draws Ambulance Request

By Nationwide Report StaffSeptember 12, 2026 at 3:26 p.m.

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Incident record

Date

September 12, 2026

Time

3:26 p.m.

Roadway

northbound Interstate 5 at Terra Bella Street

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

Report

A traffic collision was reported on northbound Interstate 5 at Terra Bella Street in Los Angeles County on Sep 12, 2026, at 3:26 p.m., 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 dispatch entry did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the crash, and no injury count was provided.

Source: CHP dispatch records

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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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