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Anaheim, CA (April 1, 2026) – Two people were killed, and several others were injured following a multi-vehicle crash in Anaheim.
The accident occurred just before 1 a.m. on Tuesday, March 31, at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Anaheim Boulevard. According to reports, a 19-year-old driver in a silver Infiniti sedan allegedly ran a red light before crashing into three other vehicles.
Officials said the collision involved four vehicles at the intersection. Emergency units responded to the scene to assist multiple people involved in the crash.
Two victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities identified them as 14-year-old Andrew Sanchez, a freshman at Anaheim High School, and 70-year-old Alberto Piedra.
Several other individuals were injured in the collision and were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities have not released additional details about their conditions.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. Our sincere condolences go out to the victims’ families and loved ones.
How Red-Light Violations Can Lead to Multi-Vehicle Collisions
Intersections are among the most common locations for serious crashes. Traffic signals are designed to manage vehicle movement and reduce the risk of vehicles crossing paths simultaneously.
When a driver enters an intersection against a red light, other vehicles may already be moving through the intersection, expecting the signal to protect their right of way. This situation can lead to high-speed side impacts involving multiple vehicles.
Multi-vehicle crashes at intersections can also affect people who were not directly involved in the initial impact. One collision may push vehicles into nearby lanes or into other cars waiting at the signal.
Vehicle speed, timing of the signal change, and traffic density can all influence how severe these incidents become. These factors are often examined when analyzing crashes at signalized intersections.
