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FONTANA, San Bernardino County, Calif., Sept. 19, 2026 — Two people were hurt on Friday morning, September 18, when a gray Honda reportedly rear-ended a semi-truck on northbound I-15 near Duncan Canyon Rd. The truck did not stop and continued north, authorities said.
The California Highway Patrol received a call describing the crash before 5:10 a.m. Both occupants of the Honda were reportedly out of the vehicle, and airbags had deployed. One person was reported to be bleeding from the mouth, authorities said. The Honda came to rest on the right shoulder, according to initial reports.
The CHP upgraded the incident from a hit-and-run with no injuries to a hit-and-run with injuries shortly after the initial call. The semi-truck involved had not been located as of the latest available information, and no description beyond "big rig" has been released.
The extent of the injuries has not been confirmed. The police have not released the names, ages, or gender of those involved. The search for the truck and its driver remains active.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
How Investigators Track Down a Hit-and-Run Truck Driver
Finding a commercial truck that left the scene of a crash starts with what officers can gather in the first minutes: a partial description, direction of travel, maybe a trailer marking or company logo from a witness. CHP officers usually broadcast that information to other units and check nearby weigh stations, freight yards, and traffic cameras along the route.
Because semi-trucks are commercially registered and frequently carry electronic logging devices, investigators can sometimes narrow the search using freight records, toll transponders, or fleet tracking data once a company is identified. That process can take days or weeks, especially if the truck crosses jurisdictions or state lines before it's found.
Officers also rely on the injured parties' own accounts and any physical evidence left at the scene, such as paint transfer or debris, to help confirm what type of vehicle was involved. None of this moves quickly, which is why hit-and-run cases involving large trucks usually stay open long after the initial report is filed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are common causes of large-truck accidents?
Truck crashes are sometimes linked to following too closely, blind spots, fatigue, mechanical failure, or a driver misjudging the space needed to stop or merge. Investigators look at all of these factors before concluding.
How can drivers share the road with trucks safely?
Leave extra following distance, avoid lingering in a truck's blind spots, and pass decisively rather than staying alongside the trailer for an extended stretch.
What should I do after a crash with a commercial truck?
Move to a safe location if possible, call 911, and get medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor. Try to note the truck's license plate, company name, or trailer markings if it leaves the scene.
What to Do After a Truck Crash in Fontana, CA
If you're involved in a crash with a commercial truck, call 911 right away and stay as safe as possible while waiting for help. Even if you feel fine, ask for a medical evaluation. Injuries like whiplash or internal bruising don't always show symptoms immediately.
If the truck leaves the scene, try to write down anything you remember: the color, any markings, the direction it went, without putting yourself at risk to get a closer look. Report those details to responding officers as soon as they arrive. Keep a copy of the CHP incident report for your records, and follow up with your insurance company promptly.
