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Richmond Collision on Westbound I-80 Leaves Injury Status Unreported

By Nationwide Report StaffOctober 5, 2026 at 9:02 a.m.

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Date

October 5, 2026

Time

9:02 a.m.

Roadway

westbound Interstate 80 at the Cutting Boulevard off-ramp

Location

Richmond, Contra Costa County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

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A traffic collision was reported on westbound Interstate 80 at the Cutting Boulevard off-ramp in Richmond on Oct. 5, 2026, at about 9:02 a.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records.

Dispatch logged the call as an unknown-injury collision, meaning the extent of any injuries had not been confirmed. The record did not include how many vehicles were involved 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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