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RIVERSIDE, San Bernardino County, Calif., Oct. 29, 2026 — Four vehicles collided on southbound Interstate 215 near La Cadena Drive early Thursday morning, October 29, leaving at least one person with a reported minor injury, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was first reported as a possible motorcycle down in the number one lane, the California Highway Patrol's traffic log shows. Within minutes, dispatchers received word that a white Lexus IS350 had collided with three other vehicles, blocking the number three lane while one vehicle attempted to move to the right shoulder. Riverside police officers responded to assist at the scene.
The CHP initially listed the call as a collision with unknown injuries before upgrading it to request paramedics as a precaution, the log indicates. A unit on scene reported a minor injury and said the ambulance request was being treated as a precaution rather than a confirmed need. It was not immediately clear whether anyone was taken to a hospital.
Riverside police later reported that the involved vehicles had been moved to the Iowa Avenue off-ramp. The Freeway Service Patrol closed out its assistance at the scene by 6:37 a.m. No further details on the cause of the crash, or whether speed or impairment played a role, were released.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Crash Reports and Road Safety in Riverside, CA
This multi-vehicle crash happened at I-215 and La Cadena Drive in Riverside, California. Readers following crash news in San Bernardino County can find city-level information on our Riverside accident resource page, including how to request a report.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do chain-reaction crashes like this happen?
Multi-vehicle pileups usually start when one vehicle slows suddenly or stops in a travel lane, giving following drivers little time to react before rear-ending or sideswiping each other.
How can drivers avoid getting caught in a pile-up?
Keeping a safe following distance, slowing down early when traffic ahead is braking, and staying alert for stopped vehicles or debris can help drivers react in time to avoid a collision.
What should I do if I'm stopped near a crash on the highway?
Remember to turn on hazard lights, move to the shoulder if possible, and stay inside the vehicle with a seatbelt on until help arrives, since standing near moving traffic is dangerous.
Does fog or low light contribute to these crashes?
Reduced visibility from fog, darkness, or glare can make it harder for drivers to spot slowed or stopped traffic ahead, which is one reason early-morning hours see more of these pileups.
