One person was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on the northbound 57 Freeway near Chapman Avenue in Orange, CA, shortly after 7:30 a.m. on January 19, 2026.
ORANGE, CA - January 20, 2026
One person was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on the Orange (57) Freeway near Chapman Avenue in Orange, California. The collision occurred shortly after 7:30 a.m. on January 19, 2026. Authorities responded to the scene to manage the situation and investigate the cause of the crash. Details about the number of vehicles involved and the cause of the crash have not been released.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 19, 2026, about 7:30 a.m.
- Location: Orange (57) Freeway near Chapman Avenue
- Type of crash: Multi-vehicle
- Fatalities: 1 person deceased
- Responding agencies: Authorities
- Source(s): News Source
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on January 19, 2026, shortly after 7:30 a.m. on the northbound lanes of the Orange (57) Freeway near Chapman Avenue in Orange, CA. Authorities were dispatched to the scene following reports of a multi-vehicle collision.
Details regarding the sequence of events leading to the crash have not been disclosed. The number of vehicles involved and the specific circumstances remain under investigation.
Emergency responders arrived promptly to manage the situation and provide necessary assistance. The identity of the deceased individual has not been released, and no additional injuries have been reported at this time.
The freeway was likely impacted by the crash, but specific information about road closures or traffic diversions has not been provided.
People Involved
One person was confirmed deceased as a result of the crash. The identity and role of this individual have not been released by authorities. There is no information available regarding other injuries at this time. Authorities have not provided further details about the people involved.