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PERRIS, Riverside County, Calif., Oct. 27, 2026 — Two people suffered broken legs on Monday evening, October 26, after a head-on crash and rollover closed lanes on Gavilan Road at Idaleona Road.
The California Highway Patrol said a box truck and a Ford F-150 collided head-on near the intersection shortly before 7 p.m. One of the vehicles rolled over in the crash, the agency reported. The collision blocked travel lanes in the area as crews responded.
The Riverside County Sheriff's Office confirmed to the CHP that it was on scene and that the crash involved a head-on impact with a rollover. Patients at the scene were reported to have broken legs, though the full extent of their injuries has not been released.
Emergency crews transported one patient to Riverside Community Hospital. A second patient was taken to Riverside University Health System Medical Center. Tow trucks were called to clear the vehicles from the roadway.
The crash remains under investigation. Authorities have not released the names of those involved or said what led to the collision.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
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This crash happened at Gavilan Road and Idaleona Road in Perris, CA. For other recent crashes near Perris, CA, visit our Riverside County accident news page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are common in rollover crashes?
Rollover crashes usually cause broken bones, head injuries, and spinal injuries as occupants are thrown against the roof, windows, or each other inside the cabin.
What causes a vehicle to roll over?
Rollovers can result from a sharp steering input, a high-speed impact, hitting an object like a curb or guardrail, or a vehicle's center of gravity shifting during a collision.
Why are rollover crashes so dangerous?
A vehicle that rolls can strike occupants from multiple directions and may compromise the roof structure, raising the risk of serious injury even at lower speeds.
Which vehicles are most prone to rollovers?
Taller, narrower vehicles such as trucks and SUVs have a higher center of gravity and tip more easily than low-profile passenger cars.
What to Do After a Rollover Crash in Perris, CA
If you're involved in a rollover crash, stay as still as possible until you've checked for injuries, since adrenaline can mask pain from broken bones or head trauma. Call 911 even if injuries seem minor, and let paramedics evaluate you at the scene. Keep away from traffic lanes if you're able to move safely, and watch for leaking fluids or unstable wreckage. Once you're checked out, follow up with a doctor in the days after the crash, since some injuries from a rollover don't show symptoms right away. Get a copy of the CHP report for your records and keep track of any medical visits tied to the crash.
