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Wilmington, CA (March 29, 2026) – One person died, and two others were critically hurt in a two-car crash on Saturday night in Wilmington. The collision occurred around 10:10 p.m. on March 28, in the 2500 block of Anaheim Street.
Emergency units responded to the scene and found two heavily damaged vehicles. Crews worked to remove two people trapped inside the wreckage. One of those individuals was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 35-year-old woman was freed from one of the vehicles and taken to a hospital in critical condition. Another woman, estimated to be about 40 years old, was ejected during the crash and also transported in critical condition.
Authorities have not released the identity of the person who died. Additional details about what led up to the crash have not been confirmed.
Officials continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
How Ejection and Entrapment Affect Crash Outcomes
In serious vehicle crashes, occupants may become trapped inside damaged vehicles or, in some cases, be ejected. Entrapment can occur when the vehicle structure collapses or doors become jammed, requiring specialized tools to remove those inside.
Ejection from a vehicle often leads to more severe injuries because the person is no longer protected by the vehicle’s structure. Seat belt use is one factor that can reduce the risk of ejection during a crash.
The severity of injuries in these situations can depend on impact force, vehicle speed, and the seating position of occupants. Emergency response teams are trained to handle both entrapment and ejection cases quickly to provide care and safe removal.
