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HESPERIA, San Bernardino County, Calif., Oct. 30, 2026 — Ten people were reportedly injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon, October 29, on State Route 138 near Summit Valley Road in Hesperia, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office.
The crash was reported shortly before 1:45 p.m. in the area of SR-138 near Summit Valley, according to California Highway Patrol. The sheriff's office, which had units responding to the scene, advised that about 10 people were hurt and that airbags had deployed in multiple vehicles. The exact number of vehicles involved has not been released.
The CHP initially logged the call as a collision with unknown injuries before updating it to reflect that emergency crews were en route to a confirmed injury crash. A later CHP update described the wreck as involving negative injuries for at least one party, though the overall injury count and severity for those involved have not been fully detailed.
Tow truck services were requested to clear vehicles from the roadway as crews worked the scene. It remains unclear whether the highway was fully or partially shut down during the response. The crash remains under investigation, and no cause has been released.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Hesperia and Across California
This multi-vehicle crash happened at State Route 138 and Summit Valley Road in Hesperia, CA. Readers following crash news in San Bernardino County can find more about intersections across the state on our California intersection crash information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes multi-vehicle pile-ups?
These crashes typically start with one vehicle slowing, stopping, or losing control, which gives following drivers little time to react before more vehicles collide.
Why do chain-reaction crashes happen so quickly?
Once the first impact occurs, following traffic usually can't stop in time, especially at highway speeds, which pulls additional vehicles into the collision within seconds.
What should I do if I come up on a crash scene on the highway?
Slow down well before reaching the scene, watch for people and debris in the roadway, and move over for emergency vehicles and tow trucks working the area.
What are common injuries in multi-vehicle crashes?
Injuries can range from minor cuts and bruises to broken bones and head or neck injuries, depending on speed and the number of impacts involved.
