[02-22-2026] Monterey County, CA – Two Children Seriously Injured in DUI Crash on Highway 156 in Prunedale

Two children suffered major injuries in a crash on Highway 156 near Cathedral Oak Road in the Prunedale area in Monterey County on Sunday afternoon, February 22, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, a 25-year-old man was driving an SUV eastbound around 4:42 p.m. with an adult female passenger, a 6-year-old boy, and a 7-month-old girl. For reasons still under investigation, the SUV crossed into the westbound lane and collided with a tree.

The driver and the adult female passenger were transported to a local hospital with suspected minor injuries. The 6-year-old boy and 7-month-old girl were taken to a hospital with suspected major injuries.

CHP stated that alcohol or drugs are believed to be factors in the crash. 

The investigation remains ongoing.

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