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RIVERSIDE, Riverside County, Calif., Nov. 9, 2026 — A two-vehicle crash blocked a southbound lane of Interstate 215 near Center Street on Saturday evening, November 7, according to the California Highway Patrol. The collision involved a black Honda sports car and a red Ford pickup truck.
The crash was reported shortly after 5 p.m. in the southbound lanes near Center Street. A passerby who stopped to help requested an ambulance, and the agency's incident log was updated to reflect an injury call. The extent of any injuries has not been confirmed so far.
Officers worked to control traffic and keep one or more lanes blocked while a tow truck was called to clear the vehicles. At one point responders reported traffic "coming in hot" near the scene, prompting an additional unit to be sent.
The incident remains under investigation. We are hoping for the best for everyone involved and their families.
Crash Reports and Road Safety in Riverside, CA
This crash happened at Interstate 215 and Center Street in Riverside, CA. Readers following crash news in Riverside County can find city-level information on our Riverside road safety and crash report page, including how to request a report.
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