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PERRIS, Riverside County, Calif., Oct. 29, 2026 — A crash involving a pickup truck and a sedan left at least one person lying on the ground after being thrown from a vehicle on Wednesday evening, October 28, near Cajalco Road and Lake Mathews Drive, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The collision was reported to the CHP shortly before 7:30 p.m. A white pickup truck and a dark colored sedan were involved, and the sedan reportedly ended up off the roadway on the right shoulder. At least one person was ejected from a vehicle and was found lying on the ground.
The extent of injuries was not immediately confirmed. The CHP log listed the injuries as unknown at first and the call was later upgraded to a collision with injuries, prompting a fire and rescue response.
The CHP is investigating. We wish those injured a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in California
This pedestrian crash happened at Cajalco Road and Lake Mathews Drive in Perris, CA. For more on crashes at intersections across California, see our intersection safety guide for California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are most common when someone is thrown from a vehicle in a crash?
Ejection can cause head and spinal injuries, broken bones and internal injuries, which are usually more serious than injuries to occupants who stay inside the vehicle.
What usually causes two-vehicle collisions like this one?
Common factors include failing to yield, unsafe speed, distracted driving and impaired driving, though the specific cause of any crash is determined by investigators, not assumed.
What should I do if I witness a crash with a possible ejection?
Call 911 immediately, keep a safe distance from traffic, and avoid moving an injured person unless there is an immediate danger such as fire.
