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Riverside Co, CA (March 18, 2026) – A 27-year-old woman was killed on Wednesday morning, March 18, in a head-on crash near Anza on State Route 371.
Skylar Berry of Palm Desert was driving a 2006 Honda Insight southbound when, for reasons still unknown, she drifted into the path of a northbound 2016 Toyota Tacoma near Homestead Road. Both vehicles were forced onto the east shoulder of the highway, and the Toyota rolled onto its side.
Emergency units responded immediately. Berry was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the Toyota, a 56-year-old man from Aguanga, and an 11-year-old passenger were airlifted to a local hospital. Their current conditions have not been confirmed. Authorities reported that alcohol or drugs do not appear to have contributed to the crash.
SR-371 was closed in both directions for several hours while crews investigated and cleared the scene.
The CHP’s Temecula Area Office continues to investigate the collision, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
Our condolences go out to the family of the deceased.
Understanding Head-On Collisions on Two-Lane Highways
Head-on crashes are among the most dangerous types of collisions, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. On two-lane highways, factors such as drifting across lanes, distraction, or sudden maneuvers can lead to vehicles entering oncoming traffic unexpectedly.
Rollover risks increase when vehicles leave the roadway or collide at high speeds. Emergency responders must secure the scene carefully to prevent further harm and safely extricate occupants from overturned vehicles.
Even when substances are not involved, head-on collisions can have devastating consequences due to the combined speeds of both vehicles at the point of impact. Proper lane discipline, alert driving, and cautious navigation of curves or narrow roads can help reduce the risk of such crashes.
