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WINCHESTER, Riverside County, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 — At least one person was reported injured after two SUVs collided Tuesday afternoon, October 20, at the intersection of Domenigoni Parkway and Winchester Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The California Highway Patrol said a white Toyota Highlander and a white Jeep Cherokee crashed near the east end of the intersection, known locally as SR-79. The Jeep reportedly came to rest blocking travel lanes, and the Toyota ended up in the island area between the eastbound and westbound lanes, per dispatch logs.
A caller reported smoke coming from the Jeep after the crash, and a party in the Toyota was reported to have possible injuries, though the extent has not been confirmed. Fire crews were notified of the collision, and the roadway was partially blocked while crews worked to clear the vehicles.
The circumstances that led to the crash remain under investigation. The CHP has not released additional details on the drivers involved or the cause of the collision.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
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