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Orange County Crash on Eastbound SR-91 Near Brookhurst Street Leaves Injuries Unconfirmed

By Nationwide Report StaffOctober 20, 2026 at 12:52 p.m.

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Date

October 20, 2026

Time

12:52 p.m.

Roadway

eastbound State Route 91 near the Brookhurst Street off-ramp

Location

Orange County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

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A traffic collision was reported on eastbound State Route 91 near the Brookhurst Street off-ramp in Orange County shortly before 1 p.m. on Oct. 20, 2026, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The injury status of those involved was not confirmed in the dispatch entry.

Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved, what caused the crash, or whether anyone was hurt.

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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