FONTANA — A two-vehicle collision early Wednesday morning at San Bernardino Avenue and Redwood Avenue left one person dead after a sedan became wedged beneath a semi-truck trailer, authorities said.
What happened and where
The California Highway Patrol reported the crash occurred at approximately 5:13 a.m. in the area of San Bernardino Avenue and Redwood Avenue. A black Honda Accord and a semi-truck were involved. The sedan became trapped under the trailer following the impact.
Response and aftermath
Firefighters extricated an occupant from the sedan at the scene. One person was pronounced dead; the county coroner and CHP had not released an identity at the time of the report.
- Time: ~5:13 a.m.
- Location: San Bernardino Ave & Redwood Ave, Fontana
- Vehicles: Black Honda Accord, semi-truck
- Casualties: One person pronounced dead
- Investigating agency: California Highway Patrol
Investigation and local impact
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the circumstances of the collision. No additional details about contributing factors — such as speed, impairment, or mechanical issues — were released. Road closures or traffic detours related to the crash were not detailed in initial reports, but the intersection is a commonly used corridor for commuters and commercial traffic, and residents should expect potential delays when traveling in that area while authorities continue their work.
| Known detail | Report |
|---|---|
| Time of crash | ~5:13 a.m. |
| Vehicles involved | Black Honda Accord; semi-truck |
| Fatalities | 1 (identity not released) |
| Agency investigating | California Highway Patrol |
Officials ask anyone with information about the crash to contact the California Highway Patrol. Further updates will be provided as the investigation develops and as the coroner releases any identifying information.
