Car Accidents in San Bernardino, CA: Police Reports and Crash Data
Key crash statistics, high-risk roads, and accident report resources in San Bernardino, CA.
Our San Bernardino-based team works every day to track local accident data, review police and CHP reports, and keep up with the latest crash news across the Inland Empire. We see how traffic on I-215, I-15, and State Route 210, plus busy corridors like Waterman Avenue and University Parkway, impacts everyone who lives, works, or studies here.
We're dedicated to making San Bernardino crash data, road safety updates, and practical resources easy for everyone to access. By collecting the latest statistics, highlighting high-risk intersections, and breaking down how to get official reports, our team aims to support drivers, pedestrians, and families throughout San Bernardino and San Bernardino County.
Interstate 215 comes up from Colton, crosses the city, and meets I-15 near Devore, and I-15 runs on through Cajon Pass to Victorville, Barstow, and Las Vegas. State Route 210 crosses the north side, where State Route 18 leaves it as Waterman Avenue and climbs toward Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear Lake. Cal State San Bernardino sits on University Parkway in the foothills, drawing more than 20,000 students a year. State figures put the city near the top of its size group for motorcyclists hurt or killed.
If you’ve been involved in a car accident in San Bernardino, CA, or want to learn more about crash trends and road safety in your area, you’re in the right place. Scroll down for a detailed look at San Bernardino crash statistics, step-by-step advice for getting official collision reports, and up-to-date resources to help you stay safe on local roads.
Getting a San Bernardino Collision Report
If your crash happened on a city street, the San Bernardino Police Department will handle the report. For crashes on freeways, including I-215, I-10, State Route 210, and I-15 through the Cajon Pass, the California Highway Patrol’s San Bernardino Area office (2211 Western Avenue) is responsible. The CHP’s Arrowhead Area office in Running Springs covers the mountain highways north of the city. The CHP also responds to crashes on unincorporated county roads, while the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department patrols other unincorporated areas.
You can get a collision report from the San Bernardino Police Department’s Records Bureau at 710 North D Street. They’re open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed Fridays, weekends, and holidays). To request a report, fill out the form in the lobby, show a valid photo ID, and pay 25 cents per page (cash, money order, Visa, or MasterCard accepted). The department asks that you wait at least 10 days after the crash before submitting your request. Some reports may take three to four weeks to process.
If the California Highway Patrol handled your crash, fill out a CHP 190 form and submit it in person at any CHP office, or mail it to the office that took your report. Be sure to include a copy of your photo ID or a notarized signature. The fee is $10 for up to 25 pages.
California law also requires drivers to file an SR-1 form with the DMV within 10 days if anyone was hurt, killed, or if property damage exceeds $1,000, no matter who was at fault. Reporting the crash to police, the CHP, or your insurance company doesn’t replace this requirement.
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How San Bernardino Compares on Crash Injuries
| Measure | Figure | Year | Source |
| People killed or injured in crashes | 1,475, 13th worst of 62 | 2023 | California Office of Traffic Safety |
| Pedestrians killed or injured | 104, down from 137 in 2022 | 2023 | California Office of Traffic Safety |
| Motorcyclists killed or injured | 90, 3rd worst of 62 | 2023 | California Office of Traffic Safety |
| Hit-and-run collisions that injured or killed someone | 164 | 2023 | California Office of Traffic Safety |
| Collisions of all kinds, citywide | 8,855 | 2016 to 2020 | City of San Bernardino, from CHP records |
| People killed in crashes across San Bernardino County | 213, with 14,530 injured | 2025 | San Bernardino County Community Indicators |
The city statistics come from the Office of Traffic Safety’s 2023 rankings, which compare San Bernardino to 62 other California cities with populations between 100,001 and 250,000 (with first place being the worst). In 2022, San Bernardino ranked third worst for pedestrians killed or injured. In 2023, the city recorded 183 speed-related injury or fatal crashes and 155 crashes between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m.
The five-year citywide total comes from CHP data used in the City’s Local Roadway Safety Plan. Countywide, crash injuries dropped 3% from the previous year, according to the Community Indicators report, but no city-level breakdown was given.
San Bernardino Corridors and Intersections Slated for Safety Work
In September 2024, the City of San Bernardino announced five locations that will receive Safe Streets for All grant funding. These sites were chosen because of high crash rates, frequent serious injuries or deaths, or proximity to schools and residential neighborhoods. Planned improvements include road diets, high-visibility crosswalks, curb extensions, buffered bike lanes, and lower speed limits, all aimed at reducing broadside, rear-end, and pedestrian crashes.
- Kendall Drive (from University Parkway to H Street): This stretch saw 154 crashes from 2016 to 2020, including nine that were fatal or caused severe injuries. It’s the only one of the five sites with a published crash total, and it starts at University Parkway, where Cal State San Bernardino is located.
- 9th Street (from Waterman Avenue to Del Rosa Avenue): One of four street segments selected for the program, alongside Kendall Drive.
- 30th Street (from San Gabriel Street to Cedar Street): Another corridor included in the City’s 2024 project list.
- Meridian Avenue (from Etiwanda Street to Rialto Avenue): The fourth street segment chosen for the safety program.
- Highland Avenue at Eucalyptus Drive: This is the only individual intersection included among the five high-priority sites.
Earlier, three other corridors were also highlighted as trouble spots. According to the Inland Empire Business Journal (2019), Baseline Street (California Street to Del Rosa Avenue), Highland Avenue (Medical Center Drive to Victoria Avenue), and Mt. Vernon Avenue (Highland Avenue to Johnston Street) had the highest number of crashes in the city, 472 crashes combined from 2013 to 2017.
In addition to these crucial improvements, it’s essential for residents to stay informed about their rights and available resources in the event of an accident. For more information on local accident resources specific to California, please visit our comprehensive guide that offers support, legal advice, and helpful contacts to ensure you are well-prepared in case of an unfortunate incident.
Level I Trauma Care Near San Bernardino
San Bernardino County’s two Level I trauma centers are both just outside city limits, in Colton and Loma Linda. Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (400 North Pepper Avenue, Colton) is an adult Level I trauma and burn center. Loma Linda University Medical Center (11234 Anderson Street, Loma Linda) is also an adult Level I trauma center, and, together with Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital, holds the Pediatric Level I designation.
San Bernardino Drivers’ Questions
How many people are hurt in San Bernardino crashes each year?
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, 1,475 people were killed or injured in San Bernardino crashes in 2023, the most recent year available, up from 1,370 in 2022. That makes San Bernardino the 13th worst out of 62 California cities in its population group for crash injuries and deaths.
Are motorcycle crashes a problem in San Bernardino?
Motorcyclist crashes are a particular concern in San Bernardino. In 2023, 90 motorcyclists were killed or injured here, up from 80 in 2022, according to the Office of Traffic Safety. That ranked San Bernardino third worst for motorcyclist injuries and deaths among 62 similar-sized California cities.
Which San Bernardino streets are getting safety fixes?
The City selected five locations for Safe Streets for All projects in 2024: Kendall Drive (University Parkway to H Street), 9th Street (Waterman to Del Rosa Avenues), 30th Street (San Gabriel to Cedar Street), Meridian Avenue (Etiwanda Street to Rialto Avenue), and Highland Avenue at Eucalyptus Drive. Kendall Drive alone saw 154 crashes from 2016 to 2020.
How do I get a San Bernardino police collision report?
You can request a collision report at the San Bernardino Police Department Records Bureau (710 North D Street), open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring a valid photo ID and fill out the form in the lobby. Copies cost 25 cents per page, and the department asks you to wait at least 10 days after the crash before making your request.
San Bernardino County Accident Reports on Local Accident Reports
Six-Vehicle Crash on I-10 EB at Haven Ave in Ontario, CA
Three-Vehicle Crash on I-210 EB in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Pedestrian Injured in Vehicle Crash on Randall Ave in Fontana, CA
Two-Vehicle Crash on Archibald Ave in Ontario, CA
Four-Vehicle Crash Injures Driver on Beekley Rd in Phelan, CA
At Local Accident Reports, we cover crashes in all fifty states. But that’s not all; we also report the latest crashes county by county, not just state by state. Our goal is to give drivers and other road users reliable, up-to-date crash information for any location they’re interested in.
Here you can find some of the most recent crashes in San Bernardino County, which covers San Bernardino along with Rialto, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Yucaipa and Barstow, communities such as Joshua Tree, and I-15 through the Cajon Pass. Recent reports from the city include a rollover on northbound I-215 at Orange Show Road, and an elderly person hurt in a crash on I-215. The full archive is at San Bernardino County accident news.
San Bernardino’s trouble spots have company elsewhere in the state. Dangerous roads and intersections across California turn up crash after crash, and recent accident alerts follow new wrecks as they are reported.
Local Accident Reports compiles this information from public agency sources and published reports for general reference. It is not legal advice and is not an official police record. Fees, forms and deadlines change, so confirm with the agency before you send a request. Last updated October 2026.