One person was killed and several others injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the 5 Freeway in California. Details on the crash report and next steps are available.
5 FREEWAY, CA - January 18, 2026
One person lost their life and several others were injured in a multi-vehicle collision on the 5 Freeway in California. The crash occurred on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Specific details about the time of the crash and the exact location on the freeway have not been released. The cause of the crash is not specified in the reports.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 18, 2026, time not specified
- Location: 5 Freeway, CA
- Type of crash: Multi-vehicle
- Injuries / fatalities: 1 fatality, several injured
- Source(s): NBC Los Angeles
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on the 5 Freeway in California on Sunday, January 18, 2026. While the exact time of the incident has not been disclosed, it involved multiple vehicles. The sequence of events leading to the collision is not specified in the reports available at this time.
Emergency services responded to the scene, although the specific agencies involved have not been identified. The crash resulted in one fatality and several injuries. The identities of those involved have not been released, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation.
People Involved
Authorities have not released the names of those involved in the crash on the 5 Freeway. One person was killed, and several others sustained injuries. The severity of the injuries is not detailed in the available reports, and it is unclear if any of the injured were transported to a hospital.