Crash
State Route 40 Crash Near Barstow Area Leaves Injury Status Unconfirmed
Incident record
October 16, 2026
12:18 a.m.
eastbound State Route 40 near postmile 69.5
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
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A traffic collision was reported on eastbound State Route 40 near postmile 69.5 shortly after midnight on Oct. 16, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The dispatch log listed the incident as an unknown-injury crash, meaning the extent of any injuries had not been confirmed at the time of the report.
No further details were included in the dispatch entry. The number of vehicles involved and what led to the crash were not part of the record.
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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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