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JURUPA VALLEY, Riverside County, Calif., Nov. 1, 2026 — A wrong-way crash left at least one person injured on Friday night, October 30, on eastbound State Route 60 near Valley Way, according to the California Highway Patrol. The driver fled the scene afterward, and the incident is being investigated as a hit-and-run with injuries.
According to CHP traffic logs, a white Honda Civic was reported spinning out and coming to rest facing the wrong way in the center divider area of eastbound SR-60 near Valley Way. Logs describe the Civic colliding with a white SUV while facing oncoming traffic, and the wreckage reportedly blocked a carpool lane for a time. A second vehicle, described as a white pickup, was also reported stopped on the right shoulder nearby.
The CHP log lists the call as a hit-and-run with injuries.
The California Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the crash. We wish the injured a speedy recovery.
Intersection Safety in California
The crash was reported at SR-60 and Valley Way in Jurupa Valley. Our California intersection resource page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are wrong-way crashes usually so severe?
A wrong-way crash usually means two vehicles meet nearly head-on with their combined speeds, rather than one vehicle catching up to another from behind. That kind of impact tends to cause more serious injuries than a typical rear-end or side collision.
When do wrong-way crashes typically happen?
They are most common at night, particularly late evening to early morning hours, when visibility is lower and impaired or disoriented driving is more likely to go unnoticed until a collision occurs.
What should a driver do if they spot a car heading the wrong way?
Slow down, move to the right lane if possible, and avoid swerving suddenly. Drivers are encouraged to call 911 to report the location, direction, and description of the vehicle so authorities can respond quickly.
What should someone do after being involved in a hit-and-run crash?
Try to note details about the other vehicle, such as color, type, and direction of travel, and report the crash to police as soon as possible so they can begin looking for the driver who left.
