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FONTANA, San Bernardino County, Calif., Oct. 11, 2026 — A crash involving a Kia Telluride SUV and a box truck blocked northbound Interstate 15 near Summit Avenue early on Saturday morning, October 10, the California Highway Patrol said. At least one person died, according to the agency.
The crash was first reported around 2:09 a.m., when a vehicle struck another vehicle on the right shoulder, trapping the people inside. Responders later identified the vehicles involved as a silver Kia Telluride and a box truck, with occupants pinned inside the SUV. Bystanders reportedly tried to pull people from the wreck before emergency crews arrived.
The right three lanes of northbound I-15 were shut down for several hours as crews worked the scene. At least two people were hurt in the SUV, including one reported with a broken arm, and a separate radio transmission referenced two patients in major condition. The CHP has not released a final count of those killed or hospitalized.
One of the vehicles was later towed for evidence as part of the investigation. All lanes had reopened by about 4 a.m. The crash remains under investigation, and the agency has not released the names of those involved or said what led up to the collision.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
Where Serious Truck and Passenger Vehicle Crashes Happen on Freeways
Freeway crashes involving a passenger vehicle and a commercial truck tend to cluster in a few predictable spots: merge points, lane-closure tapers, and stretches where traffic slows or stops unexpectedly overnight. Drivers often don't expect sudden braking on a freeway built for highway speeds, and a box truck or trailer needs far more room to react and stop than a car does.
Overnight hours add another layer. Visibility drops, fatigue rises, and traffic volume is lower, which can tempt some drivers to speed even as reaction windows shrink. A stopped or slow-moving vehicle on a shoulder or right lane, as described in many freeway collision reports, can go unnoticed until the last second.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 153,452 people were injured in traffic crashes involving large trucks in 2023. Right-lane and shoulder areas, where disabled vehicles or slow merges often occur, appear repeatedly in reports of truck-involved freeway crashes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can drivers share the road safely with trucks?
Give trucks extra space, especially near on-ramps and lane closures, and avoid lingering in a truck's blind spots. Trucks need more distance to slow down or stop than passenger vehicles.
Does driver fatigue play a role in truck crashes?
Fatigue is a recognized factor in commercial truck crashes, particularly overnight and in early morning hours when alertness naturally dips for both truck and passenger-vehicle drivers.
What should I do after a crash involving a commercial truck?
Call 911, move to a safe location if possible, and seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor. Documenting the scene and getting a copy of the police report can help later.
Why do trucks need so much distance to stop?
A loaded or even empty box truck is far heavier than a car, and its brakes and tires need more time and road distance to bring it to a stop, especially at highway speed.
What to Do After a Truck Crash in Fontana, CA
If you're involved in or witness a crash like this one, move to a safe area away from traffic if you're able, and call 911 right away. Even if you feel fine, get checked by a medical provider, since injuries from a high-speed collision aren't always obvious right away.
Write down what you remember as soon as you can, including the time, lane positions, and any vehicles or witnesses nearby. Request a copy of the CHP incident report once it's available, and follow up with your insurance company to start the claims process.
